Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
In Business Since 1993
Garbage Disposal Installation and Repair in Columbus, OH
A disposal that hums but won't turn, leaks into the cabinet or just went silent. We repair garbage disposals and install new ones, with a flat price before we start. Serving Columbus homeowners from our office on West Goodale Boulevard.
Common Garbage Disposal Problems
Most disposal calls come down to one of these:
It Hums but Won't Spin
Something's wedged between the plate and the housing. Switch it off and keep your hands out.
It's Dead
Try the red reset button on the bottom. If that doesn't work, the motor or wiring failed.
Water Under the Sink
Leaks at the flange or dishwasher hose are repairs. A leak from the unit's body usually means replacement.
Slow Drain, Bad Smell
Food and grease built up in the unit or the drain. If the sink backs up, see drain cleaning.
Garbage Disposals in Columbus Kitchens
The City of Columbus says grease causes sewer blockages and backups into homes. A lot of that grease goes down the drain through the disposal.
Keep Grease Out
Grease looks harmless when it's warm. It hardens in the pipe and catches everything ground up behind it. Wipe pans out and toss cooled grease in the trash.
Older Kitchen Drains
In older homes, kitchen drains can be old cast iron with rough insides. Run plenty of cold water with the disposal so ground food keeps moving.
Adding a Disposal for the First Time
If your kitchen never had one, we check the drain layout, the dishwasher connection and the outlet under the sink before we quote.
The J. Blanton Difference614-547-6516
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
A disposal job should be quick and clean.
1. Diagnose First
We find out whether it's a jam, a leak or a dead motor before recommending anything.
2. A Flat Price First
Repair or replacement, you get one number before any work.
3. Clean Cabinet, Tested Unit
We test the disposal and the dishwasher drain and clean up before we leave.
Customer Stories
Garbage Disposal Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
★★★★★
"Andrew was very professional but also personable, explaining the issue and how they were going to fix it and gave me some tips to help avoid having a recurrence. They were able to get my kitchen sink up and running again right before the holidays which was a life saver."
★★★★★
"Ty did great work and took the time to answer all our questions. Bonus: Very pet friendly! Was great with Darcy!"
Got Questions?
Garbage Disposal Questions From Columbus Homeowners
Jams and loose connections are repairs. A leaking body or dead motor means replacement.
A jam, a tripped reset or a loose connection is a repair. A leak from the body of the unit or a burned-out motor usually means replacement, especially on an older unit.
Grease, bones, fibrous scraps, coffee grounds and eggshells.
Grease and oil, bones, fibrous scraps like celery and corn husks, coffee grounds, eggshells, pasta and rice. They dull the blades, jam the unit or build up in the drain line. Grease is the worst of them for your pipes and the sewer.
Often around 8 to 15 years, depending on the model and use.
Many last around 8 to 15 years, depending on the model and how it's used. Grinding hard or fibrous food shortens that.
It depends on the unit and any plumbing or electrical changes. You get a flat price first.
It depends on the unit, whether it's a replacement or a first-time install and whether the plumbing or electrical needs changes. We give you a flat-rate price before any work begins.
Annual Protection Plan
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Most plumbing problems start small. The No Drip Club brings a J. Blanton plumber to your home for regular maintenance, so small issues get caught before they turn into big repairs.
- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
- 10% Discount on All General Plumbing & Sewer Services
- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
- VIP Priority Scheduling Status (Skip the Queue)
What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Columbus
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Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Burst & Frozen Pipes
Repair for pipes that froze or burst, from basement water lines to outdoor spigots.
Toilets & Fixtures
Running toilets, leaky faucets and new fixture installs for kitchens and bathrooms.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Disposal Jammed or Leaking?
Our Columbus office is at 1387 W. Goodale Blvd, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Grandview Heights, Upper Arlington, Clintonville, Victorian Village, German Village, Bexley, Hilliard, Dublin and more.
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