Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation in Montgomery County, PA
Humming, jammed, leaking or worn out? Licensed local plumbers repair garbage disposals and install new ones, including units you bought yourself.
- Jams, leaks and humming disposals repaired
- New and replacement disposals installed
- Kitchen sink clogs cleared on the same visit
Disposal Stopped Working? Check This First
A few safe checks fix many disposals. Never put your hand inside the unit.
1. Press the Reset Button
Turn the switch off, then press the red reset button on the bottom of the unit. Wait a minute and try again.
2. Free a Jam Safely
With the power off, use the hex key that fits the socket on the bottom of the disposal and turn it back and forth to free the blades.
3. Call (610) 489-2717
If it still hums, leaks or trips the breaker, call us. Do not keep running a jammed motor.
Garbage Disposal Repair
A disposal that hums without spinning is usually jammed. One that leaks from the bottom often has a failed internal seal, and one that leaks at the top or side usually has a loose mounting or drain connection.
We clear jams, fix leaking connections and clogged sink drains, and tell you when a unit is worn out and should be replaced.
Humming, Not Spinning
Jammed blades or a stuck motor.
Leaking Disposal
Loose fittings or a failed internal seal.
Bad Smell
Food buildup in the unit or the drain.
Slow Sink Drain
Clog in the disposal outlet or the trap.
Run cold water while the disposal is on and for a few seconds after. It keeps grease solid and flushes food through the drain.
Garbage Disposal Installation
We install new and replacement garbage disposals, including the sink mount, drain connections, dishwasher hookup and connection to an existing switch and outlet.
For most homes a 1/2 to 3/4 horsepower unit is enough. Larger households and frequent cooks may prefer 3/4 to 1 horsepower, which grinds faster and jams less.
Replacement Units
Old disposal out, new one in, same visit.
New Installations
Adding a disposal to a sink without one.
Dishwasher Hookup
Drain connection checked and secured.
Customer-Supplied
We install disposals you bought yourself.
On a septic system? Ask before adding a disposal. Food waste adds solids to the tank, and you may need to pump it more often.
Keep Your Disposal Running
Most disposal clogs and jams come from what goes into them. A few habits keep the unit and the kitchen drain clear.
Keep these out and your disposal will last longer.
Stop running the disposal and call (610) 489-2717.
Keep Out of the Disposal
- Grease, oil and fat
- Coffee grounds and eggshells
- Pasta, rice and bread
- Potato peels and stringy vegetables like celery
- Bones and fruit pits
- Anything that is not food
What Our Customers Say
“Able to identify and solve problems that other plumbers in the area were unable or unwilling to do.”
Scott H.
“The job was completed quickly, professionally and the communication was superb!”
Avanti customer
“They explained everything to us and let us know exactly what they were doing!”
Avanti customer
Garbage Disposal FAQs
Why does my garbage disposal hum but not spin?
The blades are usually jammed. Turn off the power, free the jam with the hex key on the bottom of the unit, press the reset button and try again. If it still hums, the motor may be failing.
Why is my disposal leaking from the bottom?
A leak from the bottom usually means an internal seal has failed, which normally means replacing the unit. Leaks at the top or side are often loose connections that can be fixed.
How long does a garbage disposal last?
Many last around 8 to 15 years, depending on the unit and how it is used.
What size disposal do I need?
A 1/2 to 3/4 horsepower unit suits most homes. Larger households or frequent cooks may want 3/4 to 1 horsepower.
Do you install disposals I bought myself?
Yes. We install customer-supplied disposals and check the drain and dishwasher connections.
Call Avanti Plumbing & Drains for Disposal Repair
For garbage disposal repair or installation anywhere in Montgomery County, call Avanti Plumbing & Drains at (610) 489-2717. We answer 24/7.