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.
Serving Hanover Park & nearby Bartlett, Roselle
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair in Hanover Park, IL
Jammed, humming, leaking or dead garbage disposals repaired or replaced by licensed plumbers in Hanover Park.
- Installers working in Hanover Park ZIP 60133
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Garbage disposal problems we fix in Hanover Park
We repair and install garbage disposals in Hanover Park kitchens. That means clearing jams, tracing leaks, sizing a new unit to how you cook, and connecting it to the sink, the dishwasher and the power under the cabinet.
Disposal leaking from the bottom
Water dripping from the bottom of the unit means its internal seals have failed. That can't be repaired; the disposal needs replacing.
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.
Grinding slowly or making loud noises
A disposal that takes forever to clear food has dull or worn components. Older units in that state are usually replaced.
Old disposal rusting out
If the bottom of the disposal is rusted and the cabinet floor is stained, the unit is near the end. We swap it and check the drain fittings.
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.
Adding a disposal where there was none
A first disposal needs a switched outlet or wiring under the sink, a sink opening that fits its flange and room in the cabinet. We check all three.
Sink not draining with the disposal off
A backed-up disposal side is a drain clog, not always a broken unit. We clean out the trap and the line and test the flow.
What the install includes
- Diagnose the problemWe check for jams, the reset, power, leaks and drain clogs before suggesting a new unit.
- Remove the old unitOld disposal disconnected from power and drain and taken away.
- Size the new disposalA unit sized for how much food goes down the sink.
- Mount and sealDisposal hung on a new mounting assembly and sealed to the sink.
- Drain connectionThe drain rebuilt to the disposal outlet height.
- Power connectionThe disposal connected to its switch or outlet; new wiring flagged if needed.
- Test and clean upFull test with the sink and dishwasher draining, then cleanup.
Models, parts and fittings
Sound insulationSound-dampened models for open kitchens.
Batch feedA lid-activated unit that grinds one load at a time and keeps hands out.
HorsepowerMore horsepower means more grinding power for bigger households and more cooking.
Continuous feedSwitch on, run water and add scraps as it grinds.
Stainless grinding partsCorrosion-resistant grinding parts for longer service life.
Before and after: kitchens near Hanover Park
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Hanover Park
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Hanover Park. The kitchen as it was: white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: a disposal that had stopped grinding. Finished kitchen: a new garbage disposal installed under the sink with a clean dishwasher connection. The job covered mount and seal, drain connection, plus test and clean up.
Before
AfterA Bartlett two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Bartlett. The kitchen as it was: solid-surface integrated sink. What bothered the owners most: 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 diagnose the problem, mount and seal, plus test and clean up.
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Before
AfterGarbage Disposal Installation & Repair in a 1990s two-story colonial, Carol Stream
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Carol Stream. Before: white double sink. What bothered the owners most: a rusted disposal and a wet cabinet floor. The result: a new garbage disposal installed under the sink with a clean dishwasher connection. The job covered remove the old unit, mount and seal, plus drain connection.
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Before
AfterA Hanover Park 1980s two-story: before and after
What changed: the same sink draining clear after the kitchen line was cleaned with a drain cable.
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Before
AfterHanover Park kitchen, 1970s tract home: kitchen remodeling
Finished: cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers with satin brass pulls, white quartz with soft gray veining counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Hanover Park →How the install goes
- Tell us what it's doingDescribe the noise or the leak, and send a photo under the sink if you can.
- Diagnose on siteWe check the jam, reset, power and connections first.
- 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 Hanover Park homeowners
Where is the reset button?
On the bottom of most disposals, usually a small red button. Press it after the unit cools down.
Do I need a plumber or an electrician?
Usually just a plumber when replacing. Adding a disposal where there's no power under the sink needs electrical work too.
What shouldn't go down a disposal?
Keep out fats, hard items and stringy or starchy scraps like celery, peels and pasta in bulk.
Repair or replace my disposal?
We tell you honestly; many visits end with a fixed jam, not a new unit.
Can I have a disposal on a septic system?
Check with whoever services your septic system first. Disposals add load to the tank.
Do I need a Hanover Park-registered contractor for disposal repair or replacement?
All contractors must be registered and bonded with the Village before a building permit is issued; apply via Inspectional Services. We take care of that before work starts.
Hanover Park building permit for disposal repair or replacement: where do I apply?
Permits go through Inspectional Services Division (Hanover Park Fire Department), phone 630-823-5860. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Hanover Park water: how does it affect disposal repair or replacement?
Hanover Park's water source: 100 percent Lake Michigan water, treated by City of Chicago; four emergency groundwater wells (not used for supply in 2022). We plan fittings and filters around it.
Do you work in my part of Hanover Park?
Yes. Our crews work across Hanover Park, including Ontarioville — ZIP 60133 — and nearby Bartlett, Roselle, Bloomingdale.
Working in Hanover Park
- A lot of Hanover Park kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Hanover Park homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in a historic district? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
Ontarioville
ZIP 60133
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair nearby
Other kitchen services in Hanover Park
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.