Garbage Disposal Repair & Replacement Services in Akron & Northeast Ohio

A garbage disposal is a necessity in most households these days. It’s the most convenient way to deal with messy food scraps and help keep your kitchen clean. If you find your garbage disposal isn’t getting the job done, it’s time to replace it with a new one.

Replacing or installing a new garbage disposal can be a hassle, as it involves the uncomfortable, confined workspace under your sink. You’ll also need to be comfortable with plumbing and electrical, as it involves both. At Blind & Sons, we’ve been in the business of helping our Ohio homeowners for over 40 years. We offer a variety of garbage disposals to meet your individual needs, or we can install whatever garbage disposal you provide us.

Searching for garbage disposal installation or repair in Akron or anywhere in Northeast Ohio? Contact us now to schedule service!

Does Your Garbage Disposal Need Professional Repair?

If your garbage disposal is not working, humming, leaking, or making no noise when it is turned on, it may be necessary to call a professional for repairs. Our experts at Blind & Sons can handle any garbage disposal repair, from removing clogs to sealing leaks or replacing the entire unit. Our most common garbage disposal repair questions include:

• Why is my garbage disposal humming? A humming garbage disposal is typically the result of something stuck in the impeller. It will often be something fibrous, such as banana peels, or a foreign object, like paper or utensils. Unclogging a garbage disposal can be dangerous and should be left to professionals like our team at Blind & Sons.
• How do you reset a garbage disposal? In most cases, a garbage disposal can be reset by unplugging it or turning off the breaker, then pressing the reset button on the disposal. Finally, turn on the cold water and restore power. If it does not start operating normally, turn it back off and call a professional.
• How do I prevent clogs in the garbage disposal? Avoid placing fibrous foods, hard foods, or grease in the disposal, and always run plenty of water through it during and after operation.

So, what shouldn’t you put down your disposal?

If you want to keep your garbage disposal from needing the attention of a professional plumber, you need to know what you should and should not put down it. While a disposal may take almost anything you throw at first, certain foods and substances will cause clogs, stuck blades, and excessive wear over time. Always try avoiding:

• Grease, oils, and similar substances
• Materials that will absorb water or grind into a pulp, like starches or wood
• Fibrous foods, which will end up as tough threads twined around your blades
• Hard food items, such as peach pits and bones
• Large amounts of meat or skin

New Garbage Disposal Installation & Replacement

Whether you are installing a new garbage disposal or replacing an older model, our plumbing experts at Blind & Sons can help. We offer installation and replacement services throughout Akron and the surrounding areas of Northeast Ohio. Our services are backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. When it comes to garbage disposal installation, some of the most common questions we receive include:

• How long does a garbage disposal typically last? Most garbage disposals will last eight to 12 years with proper maintenance and care. At Blind & Sons, we install quality Insinkerator garbage disposals, and we can provide the maintenance and repairs required to ensure long-lasting, reliable service.
• How much should it cost to install a garbage disposal? In most cases, it will cost a few hundred dollars to install a garbage disposal, between the purchase price and the cost of labor. A single sink installation is less complex and will require less time to accomplish, while a double sink installation may take longer.
• Does a plumber or electrician install a garbage disposal? In most cases, only a plumber is required to install a garbage disposal, though an electrician may be necessary if there is not an existing electrical outlet or supply line available. In either case, it is not something that most homeowners should attempt.

Insinkerator® Garbage Disposal Products

A garbage disposal offers a myriad of benefits, including:

• Catches food particles from dirty dishes
• Minces particles that would otherwise clog your drain
• Reduces odors in your kitchen
• Provides drainage for a dishwasher
• Promotes sanitary home conditions
• Reduces garbage, meaning fewer trips to the garbage can!
• Is environmentally friendlier than adding food scraps to a landfill

Schedule Insinkerator® garbage disposal installation in the Akron area today!

Schedule Garbage Disposal Services in Akron & Northeast OH

When you need professional garbage disposal repair, installation, or replacement services, look no further than our team at Blind & Sons. Our licensed, certified plumbers can handle any problem you may encounter, and we offer affordable, dependable service anywhere in the Akron area.

Contact us at (330) 753-7711 or visit us online to schedule garbage disposal services near Akron!