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Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Garbage Disposal Installation and Repair in Northbrook, IL
A disposal that hums but won't spin, leaks into the cabinet or just went silent. We repair garbage disposals and install new ones, with a flat price before we start. Serving Northbrook homeowners from our headquarters on Techny Road.
Common Garbage Disposal Problems
Most disposal calls fall into one of these:
Humming, No Spinning
Something is wedged between the plate and the housing. Turn it off at the switch and keep your hands out of it.
Completely Dead
The reset button may have tripped. If that doesn't work, the motor or wiring has failed.
A Puddle in the Cabinet
Leaks at the sink flange or dishwasher hose are repairs. A leak from the body of the unit usually means replacement.
Slow to Drain or Smelly
Food buildup in the unit or the line below it. If the sink backs up, see drain cleaning.
Garbage Disposals in Northbrook Kitchens
Kitchens in Northbrook have been updated many times over, but the drain line behind the cabinets is often the one that came with the house.
Long Kitchen Drain Runs
In split-levels and larger two-story homes, the kitchen drain can run a long way to reach the main stack. Ground food settles in long, flat runs, so run plenty of cold water with the disposal and keep grease out.
Swapping an Old Unit
Replacing a 15-year-old disposal is usually straightforward. We'll match the mount where we can and check the dishwasher connection and the outlet while we're there.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
A disposal job should be quick and clean. Here's how we handle it.
1. Options, Not a Sales Pitch
Your plumber explains what's wrong in plain English first, then walks you through your options. You decide.
2. A Clear Price Before Any Work Starts
You get a flat-rate price before we touch anything, with no surprise add-ons when the job is done.
3. Respect for Your Home
Shoe covers on, work area protected, and the space cleaned up before we leave.
Customer Stories
Garbage Disposal Reviews
4.7 stars from 762 Google reviews for our Northbrook office.
★★★★★
"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 Northbrook Homeowners
Jams and loose connections are repairs. A leaking body or a dead motor means a new unit.
A jam, a tripped reset button or a loose connection is a repair. If the unit leaks from its body or the motor is dead, especially on a disposal that's 10 years old or more, replacing it is the better buy.
Grease, bones, fibrous scraps, coffee grounds and eggshells.
Grease, oil, bones, fibrous scraps like celery and corn husks, coffee grounds and eggshells. They dull the blades, jam the unit or clog the drain line.
Often around 8 to 15 years, depending on the model and how it's used.
Many last somewhere around 8 to 15 years. Bones, fibrous scraps and grease shorten that. A unit that's jamming often, leaking or getting louder is close to the end.
It depends on the unit and any changes needed. You get a flat price first.
It depends on the unit, whether the plumbing or electrical needs changes and whether it's a replacement or a new install. We give you a flat-rate price before any work begins.
It can add to it. Grease and starchy food from the disposal build up in older lines.
It can add to the problem. Grease, rice, pasta and coffee grounds go down easily but build up further along the line, especially in older cast iron drains. If more than the kitchen sink is slow, the clog is past the disposal.
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 Northbrook
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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.
Drain Cleaning
Slow or clogged kitchen, bathroom and basement drains, cleared and checked.
Faucets & Fixtures
Leaky faucets, worn-out shut-off valves and new kitchen and bathroom fixture installs.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups for heavy rain and spring snowmelt.
Gas Lines & Fireplaces
Gas line repair, leak detection and gas fireplace service.
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 Northbrook office is at 1945 Techny Road, #11, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Glenview, Northfield, Deerfield, Wheeling, Prospect Heights, Lincolnshire, Winnetka and more.
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