Expert Troubleshooting for Disposal Problems
Accurately determining the source of the problem with your garbage disposal is essential for efficient repair. A variety of things can go wrong with these appliances, so troubleshooting is best left to an experienced professional. At Morris Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, our technicians are skilled at troubleshooting problems with garbage disposals, so no matter the issue, we can solve it.
We offer quality repair service for problems, such as a disposal that:
- Makes a humming noise but doesn’t grind the food
- Slow drainage or clogs
- Leaking garbage disposals
- Leaks at the sink flange
- Leaks from connections and drainpipes
When you have a problem with your garbage disposal, it is important to get your unit fixed by an experienced professional. Attempting to tackle the job on your own can result in more damage. For example, attempting to fix a clogged or slowly draining garbage disposal with a chemical drain cleaner, can lead to damage to the unit. When you call us, we’ll get it fixed right every time.
Get in touch with us today at (978) 961-0338 for reliable garbage disposal repair service.
“We could not have asked for a better team and are very happy that we decided to trust Morris to get the job done.”
- The Lim Family
When the Garbage Disposal Won’t Turn On
A common problem is a garbage disposal that won’t turn on. If you flip the switch for the garbage disposal and it doesn’t turn on and there is no humming sound that indicates the motor is running, it usually means that electricity is not getting to the unit. There are a few things you can try for an easy fix before calling in a professional for garbage disposal repair in Essex County.
For a garbage disposal that won’t turn on, you can try:
- Ensuring the disposal is plugged in
- Pressing the red reset button on the bottom of the disposal
- Checking to see if the circuit breaker is tripped
If you try these fixes and the disposal still won’t turn on, it is time to call for professional repair service. it could be that there is a wiring problem with the switch. If the switch is not faulty, the garbage disposal may need to be replaced. We can inspect your disposal to determine if it can be fixed or needs to be replaced.

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