Garbage Disposal Services in Miami

Check the Reset Button (usually a small red button on the bottom of the unit). If it has popped out, press it firmly. Also, check your electrical breaker panel.

This means the impeller is jammed by a hard object. Immediately turn the power off and use the specialty Allen wrench (or key) to manually rotate the blades from the bottom of the unit to clear the jam.

No. Loud noises usually mean a foreign object (like a coin or small spoon) is inside the grinding chamber. Turn off the power and remove the object with tongs or pliers.

Leaks often occur at the connections (sink flange, discharge pipe, or dishwasher hose). A plumber can tighten the connections or replace worn-out gaskets or seals.

Replacement is usually more cost-effective if the unit is over 8–10 years old, if it has a cracked housing, or if the motor is burned out (indicated by a burning smell).

Avoid bones, eggshells, coffee grounds, fibrous vegetables (celery, potato peels), grease, pasta, and rice, as they can lead to severe clogs.

No. Disposals connect to the existing sink flange. If you replace the unit with the same brand and model, the new one can often be easily “twisted” onto the existing mounting assembly.

If there is already an existing, properly wired outlet under the sink, installation is simple plug-and-play. If new wiring is needed, an electrician will be required.

Always run cold water before, during, and for 15 seconds after use. Periodically grind a handful of ice cubes and citrus peels to clean and deodorize the unit.

Yes, but you should use a high-horsepower unit and a septic-safe additive to help break down solids. Avoid putting large amounts of food waste down the drain.