Quality Garbage Disposal Repair, Replacement, and Installation in Hollywood, CA

A residential garbage disposal may not seem like a complicated appliance, but it can be rather tricky to repair or install if you don’t know what you’re doing. When a disposal is not mounted correctly, food waste from the disposal can back up into plumbing lines and clog your kitchen sink.

My Hollywood Plumber Hero is a licensed, plumbing service in Hollywood, CA. We put you in touch with highly educated, industry-trained plumbers who have the expertise and tools to help you address any garbage disposal repair or installation problem you have.

Signs You Need Garbage Disposal Repair

The most obvious sign is when your garbage disposal doesn’t turn on. However, not every indicator is as apparent. We advise our customers to pay attention to the following circumstances to determine if professional repairs are needed:

  • Backed up sink
  • Noisier than normal operation
  • Metal sounds when propeller turns
  • Immobile propeller

Another not so obvious sign that you may need professional assistance is a bad odor coming from your dishwasher. Many people assume this is normal. It’s not and is often an indication that you need to have your garbage disposal inspected.

How to Keep Your Garbage Disposal in Great Condition

The key to keeping us away from your home is to properly care for and maintain your garbage disposal. This starts with professional installation by a licensed plumber and continues by taking precautions when using your disposal on a daily basis. To avoid potential problems, keep in mind the following tips.

  • Don’t take advantage of your garbage disposal. Most of the items used during food preparation should be disposed of in the trash can or composted. The only food waste we recommend placing in the disposal is that which is left over on plates at the end of a meal.
  • Avoid pouring grease, oil, or fat into the unit. If you accidentally pour some into the disposal, quickly rinse with cold water to harden the substance and then turn on the garbage disposal to chop up what may still remain in the disposal to prevent large chunks from hardening further in your drain.
  • Keep your blades from getting dull by grinding ice up in your disposal once or twice a month.

While these tips will go a long way toward preserving your garbage disposal, if you do have problems in the future don’t hesitate to call My Hollywood Plumber Hero. We’re available 24/7 to provide fast, effective, and inexpensive professional repair and replacement services to the residents of Hollywood, California and nearby communities.