Condo disposal on a shared drain
Shared drain lines mean a clog can affect other units. We install and repair disposals in condos with the association's rules in mind.
Serving Glendale Heights & nearby Bloomingdale, Carol Stream
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair in Glendale Heights, IL
Jammed, humming, leaking or dead garbage disposals repaired or replaced by licensed plumbers in Glendale Heights.
- Installers working in Glendale Heights ZIP 60139
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Garbage disposal problems we fix in Glendale Heights
A disposal fails in a handful of ways: it jams, it hums, it leaks or it simply stops. In Glendale Heights our licensed plumbers find out which, fix what can be fixed and replace the unit when it's done, with the drain and dishwasher hooked up properly.
Disposal won't turn on at all
A disposal that's completely quiet usually has a tripped internal reset or a power problem. We find which before anyone buys a new one.
Disposal hums but won't grind
If you hear the motor but nothing turns, the grinding plate is jammed. Running it like that can burn out the motor, so switch it off and call us.
Dishwasher hose without a high loop or air gap
We set the dishwasher connection so dirty water can't run back toward the tub, using whichever method your village accepts.
Wall switch or wiring problems
Some disposals plug into an outlet under the sink controlled by a wall switch; others are hardwired. If the switch is worn or the wiring is loose, we tell you what it needs.
Adding a disposal where there was none
We mount the unit, rebuild the drain to suit it and tell you what electrical work is needed if there's no outlet or switch.
Home on a septic system
On septic, a disposal adds load to the tank. We recommend asking your septic service before installing one, and we can install a unit designed for septic use if they agree.
Dishwasher drains poorly after a new disposal
If the dishwasher stopped draining right after a new disposal went in, the knockout in the dishwasher port is the first thing we check.
Included with the install
- Clear jamsPower off, the flywheel freed from below and the object removed.
- Repair leaks at connectionsSink flange reseated, drain gasket and dishwasher inlet resealed.
- Size the new disposalHorsepower and grinding chamber matched to your cooking and household.
- Mount and sealDisposal hung on a new mounting assembly and sealed to the sink.
- Dishwasher hookupKnockout plug removed, hose connected, high loop or air gap set as code requires.
- Power connectionCord kit for a switched outlet or a hardwired connection, depending on the setup.
- Test and clean upWe run water, grind a test load and check every joint.
Options to choose from
HorsepowerSmaller motors for light use; larger ones grind faster and jam less in busy kitchens.
Plug-in or hardwiredTwo ways to power a disposal; the existing setup usually decides.
Sound insulationInsulated housings make the disposal noticeably quieter.
Septic-rated modelsModels built for septic systems, for owners whose septic service approves a disposal.
Stainless grinding partsStainless chambers and grind components resist corrosion and last longer.
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair before and after — Glendale Heights homes
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Installed
DetailGarbage Disposal Installation & Repair in a 1980s two-story, Glendale Heights
This one is a 1980s two-story in Glendale Heights. Before: solid-surface integrated sink. The main complaint was an old disposal that hummed, jammed and leaked into the cabinet. After: a new garbage disposal installed under the sink with a clean dishwasher connection. On site this meant mount and seal, power connection, plus test and clean up.
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AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Bloomingdale
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Old Town Bloomingdale. The kitchen as it was: white cast-iron double sink. The main complaint was a rusted disposal and a wet cabinet floor. After: a new garbage disposal installed under the sink with a clean dishwasher connection. Work included dishwasher hookup, power connection, plus test and clean up.
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair in Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Carol Stream
A 1980s two-story in Carol Stream, a typical kitchen for Carol Stream. What we started with: white double sink. The main complaint was a rusted disposal and a wet cabinet floor. Finished kitchen: a new garbage disposal installed under the sink with a clean dishwasher connection. Work included clear jams, repair leaks at connections, plus dishwasher hookup.
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair in Carol Stream →
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AfterGlendale Heights kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen drain cleaning
The same sink draining clear after the kitchen line was cleaned with a drain cable.
Kitchen Drain Cleaning in Glendale Heights →
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AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1980s two-story, Glendale Heights
What changed: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Glendale Heights →From the old unit to the new one
- Tell us what it's doingDescribe the noise or the leak, and send a photo under the sink if you can.
- Diagnose on siteA licensed plumber finds out whether it's a repair or a replacement.
- Written estimateYou get the repair or replacement price in writing before work starts.
- Repair or installThe disposal goes in, the drain and dishwasher are connected and everything is tested.
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair questions from Glendale Heights homeowners
Where is the reset button?
Most units have a red reset on the underside. If pressing it doesn't help, check the breaker or call us.
Do I need a plumber or an electrician?
If a switched outlet already exists, the plumber handles the swap. New wiring or a new switch is electrical work.
How long does it take to install a new garbage disposal?
Most replacements are done in one visit; extra time goes into drain rework or power.
Why is my disposal humming but not working?
Usually a jam. Running it while it hums can damage the motor, so switch it off.
Can you install a disposal I bought?
Of course. Have it on site and we'll install it with new mounting parts if needed.
Glendale Heights plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for disposal repair or replacement?
Plumbers exempt from purchasing a Village license but must submit current registration, application and bond. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
What is the Glendale Heights building department phone number?
Permits go through Community Development Department, phone 630-260-6030. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Glendale Heights water: how does it affect disposal repair or replacement?
Glendale Heights's water source: Purchased from DuPage Water Commission (Lake Michigan water via City of Chicago). We plan fittings and filters around it.
Can you do disposal repair or replacement in a Glendale Heights condo?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Do I need a Glendale Heights-registered contractor for disposal repair or replacement?
Contractors must be licensed with the Village before working; $20,000 surety/license bond required. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for disposal repair or replacement in Glendale Heights?
It depends on the scope. Glendale Heights's rule in short: Permits required for most construction projects; a Residential Remodel/Alteration application exists; call Community Development if unsure. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department.
Do you work in my part of Glendale Heights?
Yes. Our crews work across Glendale Heights — ZIP 60139 — and nearby Bloomingdale, Carol Stream, Addison.
Working in Glendale Heights
- A lot of Glendale Heights kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
- We know how Community Development Department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60139
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair nearby
Other kitchen services in Glendale Heights
Kitchen Drain CleaningSlow or backed-up kitchen sinks cleared, grease and all.
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain RepairLeaking traps, strainers and drain pipes under the sink, fixed.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.