Everybody loves a garbage disposal but some people are unaware of how to properly use one and what to avoid. There are a variety of materials and items that should never end up in your disposal. Putting hard materials in your disposal will surely result in damaged internal components and costly repairs. Further, items that are slippery and slimy such as grease, and various fruit and vegetable peels, can cause issues with a disposal because the mechanism is unable to grasp these slippery items and shred them properly. In addition, items such as pasta and rice that absorb water easily, can find their way into the P-trap of your disposal that runs underneath the sink and eventually expand causing the flow in your drain to become blocked.
Understanding How a Garbage Disposal Works
Here at Steve Mull Plumbing our team of skilled and certified plumbers wants to be sure that everyone understands how a disposal operates and how to keep it functioning at peak levels. The process is rather simple. When the water is running, the blade assembly within your garbage disposal is designed to chop up materials and foods into very fine particles. The impellers and the metal plate then force the chopped materials down the drain and the running water helps to flush the garbage away.
Knowing When Your Disposal Needs Professional Care and Repair
The team here at Steve Mull Plumbing is certified, trained and experienced to handle all types of plumbing issues. When it comes to the repair, maintenance or replacement of disposals, our team possesses all the understanding, insight and knowledge needed with regard to the dangers disposals can present. Proper repair of a disposal can be somewhat challenging. When loud buzzing noises are present, a rattling noise is noticed, leaking occurs or your garbage disposal is dead, rest assured we are the team for you. Give a shout out to one of our team members to seek advice, ask any questions or schedule your service appointment.
Signs That It May Be Time to Replace Your Garbage Disposal
There are a number of obvious indicators that it may very well be time to replace your disposal altogether rather than attempt to repair it. Some of the most common signs, include, but are not limited to the following:
- The blade or the impeller is damaged and makes unusual loud noises
- Obvious trouble with the motor because resetting or unjamming the disposal does not restore it to a working state
- Powerful odors that no matter what you can’t get rid of them
- Having to reset the circuit breaker over and over again
- Major leaks that continue to reoccur
If you are experiencing any of the above signs, give us a call and let one of our team come out and inspect your disposal. Chances are with any one of these indicators or a combination of them, you will find that it is time to invest in a whole new disposal. If you do invest in a new disposal, you may find that the newer models have some pretty incredible features. From stainless steel chambers to a new auto reversing mechanism, today’s new technology is not only appealing but very safe and useful.
Turn to Our Pros for All Your Plumbing Needs
Here at Steve Mull Plumbing our team is steadfast in their commitment to meet the individual needs of all our valued clients. We work within client budgets and schedules and are on hand to help with all your important decision making. Our team stands ready to answer any questions you may have, discuss your concerns and help you choose the perfect garbage disposal that meets with your requirements. To learn more about disposal repairs and replacements or to schedule a service call, be sure to reach out to our dedicated team today. We look forward to our every opportunity to serve you with all your plumbing needs!
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