Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Garbage Disposal Repair and Installation in Elgin, IL
A disposal that hums and won't spin, drips into the cabinet or makes a grinding noise you've never heard before. We fix disposals when it makes sense and install new ones when it doesn't, with a flat price first. From our office on North McLean Boulevard.
Common Garbage Disposal Problems in Elgin Kitchens
Our most common disposal calls:
A Hum and No Spin
Something's jammed. Switch it off and keep your hands out of the chamber.
Dead Silence
Press the reset button underneath. No luck? The motor or wiring is the problem.
A Drip in the Cabinet
From the sink flange or a hose is a repair. From the housing means replacement.
Metal-on-Metal Grinding
A spoon or bottle cap in the chamber, or worn parts inside.
Garbage Disposals in Elgin Homes
Here's what we see most in Elgin kitchens.
First Disposal in an Older Kitchen
Some kitchens in Elgin's older homes never had one. We check the drain size, the dishwasher connection and the power under the sink before quoting.
Original Units in Newer Homes
A west side home from the 1990s or 2000s may be on its first or second disposal. Most last about 8 to 15 years.
Drain Lines Behind the Disposal
A disposal that drains slowly often means the line behind it is coated with grease. We check it while we're there.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Quick, clean and priced first.
1. Diagnose
Jam, leak, reset or motor.
2. One Price
Repair or replace, a flat number before we start.
3. Test the Whole Sink
Disposal, dishwasher drain and every connection checked.
Customer Stories
Garbage Disposal Reviews
4.8 stars from 349 Google reviews for our Elgin office.
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"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."
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"Ty did great work and took the time to answer all our questions. Bonus: Very pet friendly! Was great with Darcy!"
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"Andrew A and Dron did a great job. They replaced my trash disposal quickly and effectively, and were good with my dog. Thanks!"
Got Questions?
Garbage Disposal Questions From Elgin Homeowners
Turn off the power, then use the hex key on the bottom.
Turn off the switch and unplug it or shut off the breaker. Many units have a hex socket on the bottom: turn it back and forth with the wrench that came with it. Press the reset button and try again. If it's still stuck, call us.
Jams and loose connections are repairs. A leaking housing or dead motor means replace.
A jam, a tripped reset or a loose connection can be fixed. A disposal leaking from its housing or with a burned-out motor needs replacing.
Grease, bones, fibrous scraps, coffee grounds, eggshells, rice and pasta.
Grease and oil, bones, fibrous scraps like celery and corn husks, coffee grounds, eggshells, rice and pasta.
Usually. We check the drain, dishwasher hookup and power first.
Usually. We check the drain size, the dishwasher connection and whether there's a switched outlet under the sink. If power is needed, we'll tell you before the install.
It depends on the unit and any changes. You get a flat price first.
It depends on the unit and whether plumbing or electrical changes are needed. 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 Elgin
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Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Leak Repair
Hidden leaks behind walls and ceilings, drips under the sink and leaking water lines.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Ready to Get Your Disposal Working?
Our Elgin office is at 964 N McLean Blvd, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve South Elgin, Bartlett, Gilberts, Hoffman Estates, Pingree Grove, Hampshire and more.
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