Garbage disposals are small units installed under your kitchen sink. Similar to a traditional drain, food scraps go down the disposal and combine with water to form a slurry that is sent to your septic tank or sewer. A garbage disposal removes the need for composting or sending food scraps to the landfill. Though garbage disposals are durable, they can malfunction from time to time. If your disposal hums but doesn’t grind, leaks, drains slowly, or won’t turn on at all, call the professional plumbers at My Plumbers LLC. We can diagnose the problem with your garbage disposal and have it back to proper functionality in no time. Dial 828-708-7107 today.
What can I put in my garbage disposal?
The best way to keep your garbage disposal functioning properly is to avoid putting the wrong things in it. Starchy foods, like rice and pasta, expand as they become saturated with water and have the potential to clog your disposal. Starchy vegetables have a similar effect. Fibers in fibrous vegetables like celery and asparagus can wrap themselves around the blades of your disposal. Grease, banana peels, large bones, paper scraps, and onion skins are also a no-go for the garbage disposal.
So what can you put in your disposal? A lot. Peach pits, corn cobs, leftovers, and small bones are all fair game for garbage disposals. Though the disposal may be quite loud and vibrate, experts say that grinding these things is perfectly safe. However, if you plan on regularly grinding hard foods, it may be worth your while to invest in a heavy-duty garbage disposal.
Common Garbage Disposal Problems to Look Out For
A garbage disposal is a valuable tool in the kitchen, keeping you from having to excessively scrape off plates. As with all mechanisms, however, garbage disposals sometimes fall into disrepair. Garbage disposals often become jammed, caused when something keeps the disposal blades from turning. A jammed disposal will make a humming sound and slowly drain liquids. Trying to dispose of too much food at once or failing to flush the drain with water can lead to a jam.
Garbage disposals can leak from the side, top, bottom, and into the dishwasher. Leaking garbage disposals are messy and smelly and often caused by a worn-out O-ring, gasket, or flange or improper connections with the dishwasher or drain pipe. A noisy garbage disposal, especially the sound of grinding metal, might mean that something is stuck between the blades or that a part of the garbage disposal has been displaced. If your disposal is totally unresponsive, maybe the electrical switch needs to be replaced, or the reset button may have popped out.
My Plumbers LLC is at Your Disposal for All Your Garbage Disposal Needs
If you are experiencing one or more of the above mentioned problems, connect with your local Asheville, NC, plumbing experts. Reach us at 828-708-7107. We have years of experience in the industry and have earned the trust and business of countless customers. We are locally owned and operated and value each of our clients. Dial 828-708-7107, and experience the My Plumbers LLC difference.
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Stephen Pereira
My Plumbers LLC replaced a worn-out garbage disposer with a new InSinkErator 750 Pro and reconnected disconnected drain lines under the sink. The team also installed a new Kohler toilet, replacing an old American Standard model. This plumbing service was completed in Asheville, NC.
Stephen Pereira
A plumber repaired an InSinkErator Badger garbage disposal in Fletcher, NC. The service restored proper function to the unit, resolving issues with food waste drainage and noise. The technician ensured all components were securely connected and tested the system for reliability and performance.
Johnmichael Baratta
A plumber replaced a failed Badger 5 garbage disposal with an Insinkerator Pro 750 3/4 HP disposer in Black Mountain, North Carolina. The installation improved kitchen waste management by upgrading to a higher-capacity unit.
Stephen Pereira
My Plumbers LLC replaced a leaking garbage disposal with a new Insinkerator Badger 5 1/2 hp unit and cleared a clogged tub drain in Fletcher, NC. The team ensured proper installation and restored full drainage function in the bathroom.
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My Plumbers LLC repaired a leaking basket strainer and reinstalled a garbage disposal under a kitchen sink in Asheville, North Carolina. The team identified the source of the leak and completed the necessary plumbing work to restore proper drainage and function.
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My Plumbers LLC installed a Moen kitchen faucet and an Insinkerator garbage disposal during a kitchen remodel in Hendersonville, NC. The service included full setup of both fixtures, ensuring proper water line connections and electrical installation for reliable daily use.
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My Plumbers LLC completed plumbing repairs in Fletcher, NC. The team replaced a pressure reducing valve, expansion tank, Kohler shower valve cartridge, garbage disposal, and dishwasher. The work ensured proper water pressure and improved appliance function throughout the home.
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My Plumbers LLC installed a Moen garbage disposal and a kitchen faucet in Asheville, NC. The team replaced existing fixtures and ensured proper connections for efficient sink use. This service improved the client’s kitchen functionality with reliable plumbing components installed to manufacturer standards.
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My Plumbers LLC installed a customer-supplied faucet in a laundry room and reinstalled a kitchen faucet and garbage disposal after countertop work. This plumbing service was completed in Asheville, North Carolina.
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My Plumbers LLC replaced a double-basin sink setup, installed a new Insinkerator PRO 750-4 disposal, basket strainer, and all under-sink tubing. They installed a 50-gallon Rheem electric water heater and routed the drain to the exterior. The team also repaired leaks from a tub shoe and Delta faucet cartridge in Asheville, North Carolina.
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My Plumbers LLC completed kitchen trim-out work in Asheville, NC. The team installed a Brizo Delta touch-activated faucet, a new InSinkErator garbage disposal, and handled water line and drainage connections. They also replaced two pop-up assemblies in bathroom sinks, completing plumbing tasks as part of a kitchen remodel.
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My Plumbers LLC moved and rerouted PVC drain and PEX water lines to prepare for a new sink and cabinet installation in Hendersonville, NC. This service ensured proper water flow and drainage before fixture installation.
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My Plumbers LLC repaired an Insinkerator Badger 5 to restore proper dishwasher drain function in Fairview, NC. The service ensured the disposal supported correct water flow from the dishwasher, preventing drainage issues.
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A plumber repaired an InSinkErator Badger 5 garbage disposal unit in Arden, North Carolina. The service involved diagnosing and fixing the malfunctioning appliance to restore proper kitchen operation.
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A plumber replaced a leaking garbage disposer with a new Insinkerator 750 Pro in Fairview, NC. This service ensured proper kitchen drainage and restored function by installing a reliable disposal unit.
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My Plumbers LLC replaced a leaking garbage disposal with an Insinkerator 750 Pro and repaired damaged PVC drain lines inside the wall. This plumbing service took place in Asheville, North Carolina.
Stephen Pereira
A technician replaced an Insinkerator garbage disposal and installed a new basket strainer in a kitchen sink. The service took place in Asheville, North Carolina. This work improved sink drainage and restored proper kitchen function by removing worn components and installing replacements.
Stephen Pereira
My Plumbers LLC removed a broken garbage disposal and installed two new basket strainers to stop leaks. They resized the standpipe and added a missing studor vent. This plumbing service was completed in Asheville, North Carolina.
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My Plumbers LLC replaced the main water service line from the meter to the house in Asheville, North Carolina. They also installed a single-bowl stainless steel kitchen sink, replaced the faucet, and added a new garbage disposal.
Most Recent Reviews (6)
Aug 29, 2024
We are new to the area and didnt know a plumber. We stumbled upon Steve and were glad we did!
He replaced a non-working garbage disposal, repaired pipes to stop sewer gas from coming in our kitchen, and replaced an old toilet.
Thanks Steve.
Rick Stine
Jun 23, 2023
John Michael came quickly, did a great job, is very personable and detail oriented. I highly recommend My Plumbers. Carrie Schmidt, Black Mountain
Carrie Schmidt
Jan 05, 2023
Great on time very polite. knowledgeable cleaned up before leaving. I will definitely use this company again and recommend it to my friends five stars as far as Im concern every
linda cantrell
Oct 11, 2022
Stephen was professional and prompt! We appreciated his help and expertise. He quickly solved our garbage disposal and dishwasher issue and was very affordable. We would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs plumbing work.
Sarah Tichawa
Jan 28, 2022
I've used these guys at least four times now both for big and small jobs (underground pipes feeding the house, filtration system, kitchen sink replacement, shower repair/replacement). They are simply the best! Honest, hard working, and you can be assured that they'll do the job correctly because they know exactly what they are doing. Extremely knowledgeable. Thanks!
Justin Welch
Oct 14, 2021
We cannot recommend Stephen and JohnMichael from My Plumbers, LLC, highly enough. Not only are they knowledgeable, but they are reliable and responsible, and excellent in communicating estimates, dates and times they will do the work. Last but certainly not least, they are professionals and really nice guys who leave the job looking better than when they began.
Rick Stine
