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Garbage Disposal Repair and Installation

Garbage disposals are a handy fixture in the kitchen, making the cleanup process less of a hassle. But when the disposal breaks, it can cause all kinds of trouble. Many concerns, including clogs and leaks, could disrupt other parts of the plumbing system. If you hear loud noises or notice a drop in performance from your disposal, professional expertise may be just what you need.

At Taylor Heating Inc., you can count on us to provide quality garbage disposal services to help keep kitchen cleanup a mess-free process. When you need garbage disposal repair in Rochester, let’s go ahead and start with a free consultation!

How Do Garbage Disposals Work? What Are Some Common Disposal Problems?

Garbage disposals should break down debris from food and other organic materials before they hurt your plumbing system. Tiny blades located inside of the disposal cut up debris until the pieces are much smaller, helping with drainage. The standard garbage disposal is energy efficient, requiring less water and electricity to function.

In the event it stops working right, it’s usually because of an electrical issue or improper use. The best way to avoid damaging your garbage disposal is to learn what food waste shouldn’t go in it. Taylor Heating Inc. technicians find the root cause of the problem to ensure the same thing doesn’t happen again.

1. Your Disposal Isn’t Starting

When a garbage disposal isn’t running in the first place, try pushing the reset button located on the unit. If your disposal still isn’t running, it’s often because there’s electrical problem or because the blades are stuck. Damaged wiring may not be safe to inspect and repair, so we suggest leaving garbage disposal repair to certified technicians.

2. The Motor Is Running, But the Blades Aren’t

If you hear the disposal but the blades fail to start spinning, it might be an electrical error, a damaged motor, or another malfunction affecting the blades. To avoid injury, we check that the disposal is off before find the root cause.

Occasionally, a stubborn piece of debris has gotten stuck inside the disposal, grabbing the blades and preventing them from moving. A disposal’s motor can spin the blades at speeds capable of injury, so keep hands and tools out of the disposal if you aren’t certain it’s turned off and unplugged.

3. Leaks

Evidence of a leak is a telltale sign that something’s wrong with your garbage disposal. If a piece of debris is hard enough, it can crack or otherwise damage internal components and potentially spring a leak. Nearby water damage is another way you might realize there’s something wrong with the disposal. If you find mold or mildew close to drain, the garbage disposal may be to blame.

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Learn What Is Supposed to Go in Your Garbage Disposal

Determining what can and can’t go into your garbage disposal can be frustrating. Here are some reminders:

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Start with food pieces as small as possible to make them easier to grind up.

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Stay away from fibrous items like vegetable skins, which often clog up the blades.

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The majority of liquids are okay, but garbage disposals can’t handle cooking oil and grease, which can solidify and damage internal components.

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Coffee grounds and eggshells can also cause problems, so avoid scraping them into your garbage disposal.

Taylor Heating Inc.'s Quality Disposal Repair and Replacement

At Taylor Heating Inc., we are committed to providing quality disposal repairs. Our expert technicians find and fix your problem promptly unless the cost of repairs is similar to a replacement. In these cases, it’s usually smarter for your budget to arrange garbage disposal installation in Rochester.

Whatever problem you’re dealing with, we can help. Schedule a consultation or request a free quote by giving us a call at 585-500-4357 today!

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