A malfunctioning garbage disposal can cause sink backups, bad odors, and even leaks under the cabinet. Whether your disposal is jammed, humming, leaking, or not turning on at all, John The Plumber & Drain provides fast, reliable garbage disposal repair and replacement across St. Petersburg and Pinellas County.
If the issue is causing water to back up, you may also need professional drain cleaning. For urgent problems, we’re available 24 hours a day with emergency plumbing and same-day plumbing.
Garbage disposal problems don’t always mean the unit is dead — but ignoring the warning signs can lead to clogs, leaks, or cabinet damage.
The motor is getting power, but the blades are jammed or the unit is locked.
This may be an electrical issue, internal failure, or a tripped reset.
Food buildup can restrict flow and may require drain cleaning.
Worn seals or cracked housings can allow water to escape into the cabinet.
Foreign objects or damaged components can cause loud or unusual noises.
Trapped food waste can create smells that won’t go away with normal cleaning.
Many disposal issues also affect the kitchen drain line. If water backs up or drains slowly, professional drain cleaning may be needed.
For urgent problems, we’re available 24 hours a day with emergency plumbing and same-day plumbing.
Not every disposal needs to be replaced. In many cases, we can safely clear jams, reset components, or repair minor issues. If the unit is leaking, corroded, or failing repeatedly, replacement may be the smarter long-term option.
We determine whether the problem is mechanical, electrical, or drain-related.
We remove jams and buildup without damaging pipes or fixtures.
If water is present under the sink, we inspect for pipe or seal damage.
If needed, we help you choose a reliable disposal sized for your household.
We can address pipe repair or fixture repair at the same time.
Recurring problems may point to deeper issues requiring hydro jetting.
Some minor disposal issues can be resolved safely. If you notice leaks, burning smells, or repeated failures, stop and call a professional.
Many disposals have a reset underneath that trips when overloaded.
Never reach into a disposal without shutting off power at the switch.
Drain cleaners can damage disposal components and nearby piping.
If water appears under the sink, you may need leak detection & repair.
If more than one fixture is slow, drain cleaning may be required.
Forcing a jam can damage the unit and surrounding plumbing.
From jammed disposals to leaks and backups, John The Plumber & Drain is ready to help. Serving St. Petersburg and Pinellas County 24 hours a day.
Call 727-610-2262
