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Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Garbage Disposal Installation and Repair in Joliet, IL
A disposal that hums but won't turn, leaks into the cabinet or went silent. We repair garbage disposals and install new ones with a flat price before we start, from our office on Ottawa Street in Joliet.
Common Garbage Disposal Problems
Most disposal calls are one of these:
It Hums, Nothing Turns
A jam. Switch it off and keep your hands out.
It's Silent
Try the reset button. If that doesn't work, the motor or wiring is gone.
It Leaks
At the flange or hose, a repair. From the body, a replacement.
It Smells or Drains Slowly
Food buildup. If the sink backs up, see drain cleaning.
Garbage Disposals in Joliet Kitchens
Joliet kitchens range from century-old homes near downtown to newer homes on the west side.
Adding a Disposal to an Older Kitchen
Older homes may never have had one. We check the drain, the dishwasher connection and the outlet under the sink before we quote.
Scale and Grease
Grease hardens in the drain below the disposal, and mineral scale gives it something to stick to. Run plenty of cold water and keep grease out.
Replacing a Tired Unit
In newer homes, swapping an old disposal is usually quick. We match the mount where we can.
Septic Homes on the Edges of Town
Some homes on the outskirts of the Joliet area are on septic instead of city sewer. A standard disposal adds a lot of food solids to the tank. If you're on septic, ask us about a septic-rated model and how it affects pumping.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
A disposal job should be quick.
1. Diagnose
We figure out whether it's a jam, a leak, a tripped reset or a motor that's done, and show you what we found.
2. Flat Price
Repair or replace, you get one flat number before we touch anything.
3. Test Before We Leave
We run the disposal and the dishwasher and check every connection under the sink for drips.
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 Joliet Homeowners
Jams and loose connections are repairs. A leaking body or dead motor means a new unit.
A jam, a tripped reset or a loose connection is a repair. A unit that leaks from its body or has a dead motor should be replaced.
Grease, bones, fibrous scraps, coffee grounds and eggshells.
Grease and oil, bones, fibrous scraps like celery and corn husks, coffee grounds, eggshells, rice and pasta. They jam the unit or build up in the drain.
Often around 8 to 15 years.
Many last around 8 to 15 years, depending on the model and use. Frequent jams, leaks and louder grinding mean it's near the end.
Food trapped under the splash guard and in the drain line.
Food gets trapped under the rubber splash guard and in the drain below. Run cold water for 15 to 20 seconds after each use, and grind a few ice cubes now and then. A smell that keeps coming back often means the drain line itself needs cleaning.
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 Joliet
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Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
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.
Leak & Pipe Repair
Leaking pipes, drips under the sink and hidden leaks behind walls and ceilings.
Toilets & Showers
Running toilets, worn-out shower valves and new fixture installs.
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 Joliet office is at 311 N Ottawa St, Suite 2, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Crest Hill, Lockport, Rockdale, Romeoville, Plainfield, New Lenox, Manhattan and more.
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