Rockport, TX

Garbage Disposal Repair

Repair and replacement of all major disposal brands — same-day service available.

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Before You Call

Safe Homeowner Checks

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Press the Reset Button
Located on the bottom of the disposal unit. If it popped out (tripped), press it firmly until you feel it click. Then try the switch.
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Use the Allen Wrench
Most disposals come with a hex key that fits the slot on the bottom center. Inserting it and turning back and forth can free a jam.
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Repair vs. Replace Guide
Units under 5 years old with a single failure are usually worth repairing. Units over 8 years, making grinding noise, or with persistent leaks are usually better replaced.
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Sizing & Upgrade
HP matters: 1/3 HP for light use, 1/2 HP for average households, 3/4–1 HP for heavy use or households that compost via disposal. We help you right-size.
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Humming But Not Spinning
Motor is running but the grinding plate is jammed. Requires clearing the chamber and possibly replacing the flywheel or motor.
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Leaking Disposal
Leaks at the sink flange, dishwasher inlet, or drain outlet. Each requires a different repair — we diagnose the exact source.
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Check for Jammed Object
Turn off power at the breaker first. Use tongs — never your hand — to check the chamber for silverware, bottle caps, or other hard objects.
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No Power / Won’t Start
Could be a tripped reset, a blown circuit, a failed switch, or a dead motor. We test each component systematically.
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Care Tips
Run cold water before and after use. Avoid fibrous foods, grease, bones, and coffee grounds. Monthly ice cube + salt treatment keeps the grinding chamber clean.
FAQ

common Questions

My disposal hums but doesn’t grind – What’s wrong?

The motor is receiving power but the grinding plate is jammed. Use the reset button and the hex key slot on the bottom. If it still hums, there may be a foreign object lodged in the chamber or the flywheel may need service.

How long do garbage disposals last?

A quality disposal lasts 8–15 years with proper use. Signs it’s time to replace: frequent jams, persistent leaks, unusual grinding noise, or age over 10 years.

Can I put any food waste in the disposal?

Avoid: bones, fruit pits, fibrous vegetables (celery, artichokes), grease and oils, pasta and rice (they expand), and coffee grounds. These cause jams or buildup in drain lines.

What size disposal do I need?

For a single person or couple: 1/3 HP. For a family of 3–4: 1/2 HP. For large families or heavy cooking: 3/4 HP or 1 HP. We’ll recommend the right size for your household.

Disposal Giving You Trouble?

Serving Rockport, TX and surrounding Aransas County communities.
(361) 463-8967