When to Call a Garbage Disposal Repair Professional

Garbage disposals process a variety of food, and sometimes, pieces of food become caught inside.

One of the loudest noises in the kitchen is the grinding sounds of the garbage disposal. Most homeowners are familiar with the sound of something becoming stuck in the disposal—either the motor shuts off or makes a loud, unpleasant sound. As awful as the sound may be, it’s easily repaired professionally.

Issues with the garbage disposal often arise due to electrical problems that crash an otherwise working system. The problem could be external or internal, but a qualified plumber has the skill required for a safe, suitable repair. The following tips explain what to do when a garbage disposal is experiencing problems and when a professional should be called.

Alarming noises

Garbage disposals process a variety of food, and sometimes, pieces of food become caught inside the unit, causing an unbearable noise; however, the problem may sound worse than it is. It’s always safest to call a garbage disposal repair professional for help, but sometimes, these problems can be troubleshooted without help.

The garbage disposal parts withstand high-pressure and high-torque functions constantly, but the working parts inside the unit are built with extra strength to last. Mechanical problems might cause these parts to become misaligned and not spin or grind properly or at average volumes. The grinding chamber may become jammed, or food or other debris might become stuck between the blades and cause a disruptive noise.

Independent or professional repair

Most garbage disposal units have an offset wrench to help turn the motor and loosen the stuck object. When working this close to the unit, remove the power first to avoid accidents.

When loosening the stuck object, use the correct tool to remove it from the garbage disposal. Something as small as a seed could be the problem. But, if it is a severe problem, avoid using the disposal and call a repair team for help, as mechanical repairs require specific skills to be carried out safely.

Garbage disposals endure lots of work and pressure, meaning they are built to be powerful and robust. When these machines malfunction, homeowners should always remember the power behind them, making them dangerous to repair. Simple problems can often be resolved independently, but professional help is always safest and should be called upon for any major mechanical issues.

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