Sewer Repair
Root intrusion, cracked pipe and repeat backups in sewer lines that are now 60 to 80 years old.
Serving Chicagoland Since 1993
Garbage Disposal Repair and Installation in Skokie, IL
A disposal that hums, leaks or stays silent when you flip the switch. We fix it or replace it, and we clear the drain past it if that's where the problem is. Our office is on Lincoln Avenue.
Garbage Disposal Problems
We fix disposals that:
Hum Without Grinding
A jam or a failing motor.
Leak Below the Sink
A worn seal or cracked housing.
Stay Silent
A tripped reset or a switch problem.
Drain Slowly
A clog past the unit.
Garbage Disposals in Skokie Kitchens
Many Skokie kitchens added a disposal decades after the house was built.
Old Drain Lines
A disposal sends more food into an older drain line, which can clog it.
Wiring Under the Sink
Older kitchens may need an outlet or switch added.
Units Past 10 Years
Older disposals often leak from the housing.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Repair if it's worth it, replace if not.
1. Diagnose
Jam, motor, seal or drain line.
2. A Flat Price
For repair or replacement.
3. Tested
No leaks under the sink.
Disposals and Older Drain Lines
A disposal sends ground food into the kitchen drain. In older Skokie homes with cast iron or galvanized drains, that food can settle where the pipe is rough or narrow. Run cold water for several seconds after grinding, and keep grease out. If your kitchen drain clogs often, we can clean the line before installing a new disposal.
What Affects the Price of a Disposal Job
A straight swap is quick. A first-time install may need an outlet and drain work. If the old kitchen drain is partly clogged, it should be cleared first. We check and quote one flat price.
Customer Stories
Garbage Disposal Reviews
4.7 stars from 390 Google reviews for our Skokie office.
★★★★★
"Christian M with JBlanton was great! His maintenance visit was very educational, thank you for clearing our sink!"
★★★★★
"He rodded out the kitchen sink drain piping and fixed the leaks... In the end he offered us an excellent maintenance plan, which will definitely save us money and headaches in the future."
★★★★★
"I am pleased with the job Edwin Sanchez and the assistant performed on my Kitchen drain line. The sink had to have a line repipe and he had to Open the wall and repair piping in wall with attaching existing drains. Edwin and his assistant took care to clean up and place everything back in place. Thanks for coming on time and finishing the job."
Got Questions?
Garbage Disposal Questions From Skokie Homeowners
It can, with the wrong foods.
It can. Fibrous foods, grease and coffee grounds build up in older drains. Running cold water for a while after use helps.
Turn it off. It's usually jammed.
Turn it off and don't keep running it. Try the reset button and the hex key under the unit. If it still won't turn, call us.
If it leaks from the body or is old, replace it.
If the housing leaks or it's more than about 10 years old, replacing it usually makes more sense.
Usually.
Usually. We may need to add an outlet and adjust the drain.
Yes.
Yes. It goes on one side, with both sides connected to the drain.
Usually.
Usually, if we have a unit that fits.
It depends on the unit. You'll approve a flat price first.
It depends on the unit and the connections. You'll approve a flat-rate price before we start.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club
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 Skokie
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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.
Toilets & Fixtures
Running toilets, leaky faucets and new fixture installs for kitchens and bathrooms.
Leak & Pipe Repair
Leaking water lines, low pressure from old galvanized pipe and hidden leaks behind walls.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Ready to Fix Your Disposal?
Our Skokie office is at 8001 Lincoln Ave #301, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Niles, Evanston, Wilmette, Glenview, Golf and more.
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