Garbage Disposal Repair and Installation in Columbia, SC
A disposal that hums, jams, leaks, or backs up the sink needs attention. Kevin repairs and installs garbage disposals in Columbia and nearby towns.
Common disposal problems
- The motor hums but the blades will not turn.
- Nothing happens when you flip the switch.
- Water leaking from the bottom or sides.
- Slow draining or backing up into the other side of the sink.
- Bad smells.
Before you call
Never put your hand in a disposal. Turn off the power at the switch and the breaker before trying anything. Many disposals have a red reset button on the bottom that may fix a tripped motor. If the sink backs up, the clog may be in the drain line, not the disposal.
Keep your disposal healthy
- Run cold water while the disposal runs, and for a bit after.
- Keep grease, coffee grounds, eggshells, fibrous vegetables, and pasta or rice out of it.
- Do not use it to grind bones.
Frequently asked questions
Should I repair or replace my disposal?
A leak from the body usually means replacement. A jam or tripped motor can often be fixed.
My kitchen sink is backing up. Is it the disposal?
Not always. Grease and food in the drain line are a common cause. See our drain cleaning page.
Serving Columbia and within about 30 miles
Columbia, Irmo, Cayce, West Columbia, Lexington, Forest Acres, Blythewood, Chapin, Elgin, and the rest of Richland and Lexington counties. Open 24 hours. Our work is backed by a one-year guarantee on labor.
Sending a plumber out for an on-site inspection has an $89 house-call fee, which is credited toward the job if you move forward with the work.