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Q: What would cause a garbage disposal to stop working?

• <div><p>There are many maintenance and repair issues that lead to a malfunctioning garbage disposal. Regular clogs place wear and tear on the motors, leading to an eventual shutdown. Electrical issues at the breaker, wall outlet, or disposal itself can fry the unit. The most common cause is simply a worn-down motor. These motors can only handle so much use before powering down for good. </p></div>

Q: What is the main problem that happens to garbage disposals?

• <div><p>The main issue with garbage disposals is clogging. This can mean a clogging of the pipes that expel the food along with water, or a clogging of the mechanical parts themselves. The problem lies in the solution because you can&rsquo;t easily see clogs if they&rsquo;re inside the system, and reaching in to dislodge stuck items is a risky proposal. Call a pro and ask what they would do, but if you can&rsquo;t see the clog easily, and running the unit won&rsquo;t free it, you need to let a professional handle the fix. </p></div>

Q: Why does my dishwasher water come up into the sink?

• <div><p>When a dishwasher discharges its wastewater, it uses a pump to quickly move a lot of water. If anything in the drain line or the garbage disposal impedes the high volume of water, it will back up into the sink through the drain or the garbage disposal. Following regular <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-tips-avoid-dishwasher-repair.htm">dishwasher maintenance tips</a> like clearing clogs, keeping them cleared, and occasionally running the disposal will eliminate the problem.</p></div>

Q: Will unplugging my garbage disposal reset it?

• <div><p>While unplugging your garbage disposal and plugging it back in may help, most units have an actual reset button, a bright red switch found on the underside of your unit. If your garbage disposal needs resetting, you may notice this button sticking out about a quarter of an inch from the surface of the unit, with which it&rsquo;s usually flush. Simply depress this reset button to reset the unit, and then test to ensure it&rsquo;s working about 10 minutes later.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to repair a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>Whether you choose to repair your garbage disposal will depend on the problem. For minor issues like a bad seal, you can fix the unit for less than $10. If the motor unit is broken, which can easily cost $150, you may want to consider replacing the entire disposal if it&rsquo;s getting on in years. </p></div>

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Last update on November 28, 2025

Reviewed in September 2023
It went very well. They arrived early and replaced my disposal in a very short time. Everything is working well. The men who came to do the job were nice and professional. I highly recommend Greenlee Plumbing
Greenlee Plumbing Inc
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Reviewed in January 2023
They were on time, they kept me updated and they put everything together, they disposed the boxes, they cleaned up everything. I was very pleased and they did it very quickly.
True Movers
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Reviewed in December 2021
A+++ Service!!! Dimitri was Fantastic. He was prompt, professional, friendly and all around great to work with. He replaced my old disposal with the new one within 30 minutes, explained to me the problem's with my old one, showed me the the worn parts from my old disposal to provide proof of...
North Star Appliance Repair And Service, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2016
Our leak ended up being cracks in the disposal. Repair was made and all is in good working order...now we have a new disposal and no leaks!
Arrowhead Plumbing
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Reviewed in August 2015
They do interior and exterior doors, storm and security doors, windows and garage doors. I like the fact that they come in, do their job and clean up before they leave. They took all the old doors, knobs and everything. They did not leave anything for me to dispose of. I have already referred...
Neighborhood To Neighborhood
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Reviewed in July 2015
I purchased a Big Deal and they were out like 12 the next morning. They were here that afternoon. I have been out-of-town a lot in the last six or seven weeks. I thought I was going to need a new garbage disposal. All he did was reset it and explained to me that, I did not know, whenever you go...
RS Andrews
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Reviewed in December 2013
Replaced cast iron drain pipe with PVC pipe, installed new garbage disposal and repaired drain in kitchen.
Epie's Electric Services
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Reviewed in October 2013
Excellent work and follow up. Greg has done three jobs for me over the past year. Each job has been completed above expectations. He did irrigation, stone work, concrete block work with drainage. I highly recommend his work.
Greg Horton Landscape
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Reviewed in February 2013
I had just put in new kitchen counters, and got a new sink with it. I had installed the new faucet myself but needed the new garbage disposal hooked-up and the outgoing water drains connected to the new sink. I had hoped the cost would be in the ~300 range because it was just the outgoing...
Aaron Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in September 2011
Estimating experience was very good. They explained the process, provided samples, pictures, etc. It was not high pressure. Upon agreeing to move forward, a reasonably small deposit was collected, and we were told approximately when it would be scheduled. I found that I had to call the vendor...
Concrete Resurfacing Products Inc
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