Expert Garbage Disposal Repair and Installation in Gaithersburg

Time for a different garbage disposal in Gaithersburg? Look no further than Parker Pearce Service Experts.

We’ll assist you in locating one that fits your needs—and budget—and expertly install it.

We can also help if you want garbage disposal repair. One of our specialists will come by to detect the problem and get your disposal running quickly.

Whatever service you need, it’s supported by our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee for a year.^*

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Common Garbage Disposal Problems

Here are a few garbage disposal troubles we commonly fix:

Garbage disposal won’t turn on.
Disposal makes noise but isn’t operating correctly.
Disposal is leaking.
Disposal smells bad and the scent won’t go away.
Water won’t drain or is draining gradually through the disposal.

You should always run cold water into the garbage disposal while crushing foods. Cold water solidifies oils that have been poured in. This makes it easier for the system to chop them up.

Garbage disposals also need everyday use to avoid rust.

Fixing a Leaky Garbage Disposal

A leaky garbage disposal can be repaired if you can locate the part that's creating the problem.

If you find a fatigued or leaky part, get a new one. Don’t use plumber’s putty to fill cracks.

Disposals may leak over time due to:

Wear and tear on the seals
Unsecured pipes
Flanges or gaskets that have dried out and broken
Fissures in the garbage disposal body

Some disposals are hooked up to the dishwasher, which allows for self-cleaning. This area often suffers from leaks as well.

These malfunctions can be fixed except for cracks in the body or interior lining of the disposal. If this is your problem, you will need to get a new garbage disposal.

It can take a DIYer many hours to diagnose and complete simple repairs, so factor that into the cost when deciding to handle the problem without professional help.

Having an Expert technician like one from Parker Pearce Service Experts identify and fix the problem can help catch other parts that may be about to break. That way, you won’t end up dealing with the same disposal two weeks later.