{"id":10590,"date":"2014-08-09T20:27:08","date_gmt":"2014-08-09T20:27:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/?page_id=10590"},"modified":"2025-07-23T17:53:56","modified_gmt":"2025-07-24T00:53:56","slug":"garbage-disposals","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/garbage-disposals\/","title":{"rendered":"Garbage Disposals"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"10590\" class=\"elementor elementor-10590\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7bd6f39e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7bd6f39e\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-38601270\" data-id=\"38601270\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f5c7c6e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5f5c7c6e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">San Diego County Garbage Disposal Repair and Installation<\/h1>\n\n<p>Are you having trouble with your garbage disposal? ASAP Drain Guys &amp;\u00a0Plumbing in San Diego is ready to help with affordable and truly professional service. Whether for a quick sink garbage disposal repair or a new installation, you can count on us.<\/p>\n\n<p>A kitchen garbage disposal is a great convenience, and even helps keep the sink from clogging. But it can clog and break down itself. Below are some tips on dealing with problems yourself, and when it might be better to bring in a pro. Whenever that&#8217;s the case, give us a call. We&#8217;ll take care of everything quickly and economically. You&#8217;ll save time and won&#8217;t be taking any risks, and will have the peace of mind from knowing the job&#8217;s been done properly and completely.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bne-callout bne-callout\" style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\">\n<div class=\"callout-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"display: flex;\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column text-center text-md-left\">\n<h3>Garbage Disposal Problems?<\/h3>\n<p>Call Now for Prompt and Professional Service<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\" style=\"flex-basis: 33.33%;\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn-block btn-lg\"><a style=\"--text-color: #fff;--bg-color: var(--theme-default-btn-color);\" class=\"wp-block-button__link bne-block-btn has-default-text-color has-default-bg-color\" href=\"tel:7607448489\">(760) 744-8489<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things You Can Do When You Have a Garbage Disposal Problem<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Safety first! Always start by unplugging the disposal. If it&#8217;s directly wired in, turn off the circuit breaker and then try turning the disposal on just to be sure. Even with these precautions, never put you hand into the disposal. Always use some sort of tool instead. Designed for grinding, a disposal combines a power motor running at some 2,000 RPM and driving heavy sharp blades.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-bne-list  bne-list has-columns-1\" style=\"--icon: url('https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/icon-wrench.png'); --icon-size: 32px; --gap: 4px; --font-size: 16px; --columns: 1; text-align: left;\">\n<ul class=\"bne-img-list\">\n<li><strong>Odors.<\/strong>\u00a0This one\u2019s easy, just buy a suitable product from the grocery store. Or you can use baking soda (with water), or grind up a lemon in 1\/4 sized pieces. Some people suggest cleaning with ice cubes and rock salt, but this may damage some less-than-heavy-duty units.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Doesn\u2019t turn on<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 no sound, nothing. Your unit may have become unplugged, or a circuit breaker may have tripped. Check these, and also press the reset button on the disposal itself. If this still doesn\u2019t do it you may have a burnt-out motor, and that could mean a sink garbage disposal replacement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Noise or humming, no disposing<\/strong>. That\u2019s a jam. Use the special tool that came with your unit, and then press the reset button.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leaks.<\/strong>\u00a0These may be coming from the unit itself, the flange connecting it to the sink, or any of several fittings. Unless you\u2019re a handyman it\u2019s best to simply call a plumber. That\u2019s especially true if the necessary garbage disposal leak repair involves a seal or gasket in the unit itself.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clogs or slow draining<\/strong>. Never put chemical drain cleaners into a garbage disposal where they do cause damage. The blockage is rarely in the disposal itself, but rather its connection to the drain and the drain tap, so treat this one like a clogged sink drain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>If these suggestions don\u2019t work right away, don\u2019t waste any more time. Just give ASAP Drain Guys &amp; Plumbing a call for quick and courteous service.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis: 29%;\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"1024\" class=\"wp-image-13286\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Plumbing_244-755x1024.jpg\" alt=\"garbage disposal repair and replacement San Diego\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Plumbing_244-755x1024.jpg 755w, https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Plumbing_244-221x300.jpg 221w, https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Plumbing_244-768x1042.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Plumbing_244-1132x1536.jpg 1132w, https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Plumbing_244-1440x1954.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/Plumbing_244.jpg 1474w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Repair<\/h2>\n\n<p>Our professional plumbers are ready to take care of leaks as well as stubborn jams and clogs. We can also replace damaged blades and handle other kitchen GD repairs. Sometimes it\u2019s better to replace the garbage disposal. That would be the case for an older unit that is rusting, if the motor is dead, or if repairs would simply be too expensive. A trustworthy plumber will perform an inspection, explain what they find, and then let you decide. Just remember, sometimes a garbage disposal simply can\u2019t be repaired.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Installation<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-pretty\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" class=\"wp-image-13287\" src=\"https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/garbage-disposal-repair-san-diego-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"garbage disposal repair and installation\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/garbage-disposal-repair-san-diego-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/garbage-disposal-repair-san-diego-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/garbage-disposal-repair-san-diego-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/garbage-disposal-repair-san-diego-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/garbage-disposal-repair-san-diego-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.asapdrainandplumbing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/garbage-disposal-repair-san-diego-1440x960.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>If you need a kitchen garbage disposal\u00a0install, that will involve over a dozen steps and and even larger number of parts. Unless you want to make a day\u2019s project out of it (and maybe end up calling in a plumber anyway) let a professional take care of this.<\/p>\n\n<p>A new sink garbage disposal\u00a0install is a bit more involved than a kitchen garbage disposal replacement. First, a dedicated electrical outlet needs to be added if one isn\u2019t already there. It should be rated at 20 amps and 120 volts. Second, additional drain fittings and connections will have to be added under the sink. And of course the sink must have a cutout for the disposal; that sometimes means installing a new sink.<\/p>\n\n<p>We\u2019re happy to help you select new disposal. 1\/3 HP (horsepower) models are OK for small households with small amounts of food wastes. But the general recommendation is 1\/2 HP minimum and 3\/4 HP preferred. Recent years have brought some advancements you should consider. For example, batch-feed units have safety features that are great if you have children in the house. Many new units are quieter and are made of stainless steel.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ASAP Drain\u00a0Guys &amp;\u00a0Plumbing<\/h2>\n\n<p>We\u2019re experienced and fully qualified for garbage disposal\u00a0installation and all types of garbage disposal\u00a0repair. We\u2019ve been providing professional plumbing services in San Diego\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.bbb.org\/sdoc\/business-reviews\/plumbers\/asap-drain-guys-plumbing-in-san-marcos-ca-48000135\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">since 2001<\/a>. In fact, we\u2019re certified experts in all aspects of residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing. We\u2019re licensed and insured, and are even a SDG&amp;E Red Tag gas expert.<\/p>\n\n<p>Our fleet of fully equipped vans can be at your home or business quickly, and we\u2019ll keep costs low through our fast and efficient work. Just give us a call, whether you need to install a garbage disposal, need a garbage disposal\u00a0repair, or have a minor problem you\u2019d rather not deal with yourself.<\/p>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>San Diego County Garbage Disposal Repair and Installation Are you having trouble with your garbage disposal? 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