WARNING SIGNS

5 Signs You Need Garbage Disposal Repair

Are you dealing with garbage disposal problems? If any of these signs sounds familiar, call our team for prompt service:

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Constant resets

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Abnormal sounds

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Bad smells

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Clogs

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Unreliable performance

COMMON CAUSES

Common Causes of Garbage Disposal Problems

Most garbage disposal problems track back to a single root cause: putting things in your garbage disposal that shouldn’t be there.

Outside of this, other common sources of trouble include a lack of maintenance and cleaning, age, and electrical issues affecting the unit or the circuit powering it.

SERVICES

Our Garbage Disposal Services

Precision Today offers comprehensive garbage disposal services so you can have complete peace of mind. Our services include:

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    Garbage disposal repair: As soon as you suspect a problem, let our team get to work figuring it out.
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    Garbage disposal replacement: If it’s time to upgrade or replace a failed unit, let us handle all the details.
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    Garbage disposal installation: Adding a garbage disposal for the first time? We’re glad to help you get the ideal unit for your needs.

TIPS

What You Should & Should Not Put in Your Garbage Disposal

When it comes to things you can and can’t put in your garbage disposal, the simple answer would be anything you could expect to become a sticky mass, anything that might not get cut up and thus would serve as a structure for a clog, and anything inorganic that can’t break down properly.

Food waste is acceptable in general, but you’ll want to minimize starches, fibrous vegetables, and grease and avoid hard substances like bones altogether. Don’t use your disposal as an alternative trash can for things like coffee grounds or paper towels, either.

A small amount of these things getting rinsed from a surface won’t destroy your plumbing, but any in bulk can become a real problem.

Skip the DIY. Incorrect plumbing repairs can void warranties, fail inspections, and cause far more damage than the original problem. Call a certified Precision Today plumber instead.

FAQ

Common questions about Garbage Disposal Installation

Should I repair or replace my garbage disposal?

This depends on how old the unit is, the issue, and whether parts are easily acquired. Our team can help you decide.

How long do garbage disposals last?

You should expect your garbage disposal to last between 10 and 15 years with proper use and routine maintenance.

How do you reset a garbage disposal?

Your garbage disposal should have a button at the base of the unit under the sink, which resets the internal circuit breaker.

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