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How To Fix A Jammed Garbage Disposal?

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The Durham plumbing professionals at JD Service Now share three easy steps to fix your jammed garbage disposal. If you need assistance, contact us today to schedule an appointment 919-383-7000 !

The steps to fixing a jammed garbage disposal are the following:

  1. Insert the wrench into the hole at the bottom of the disposal
  2. Worth the wrench back and forth in both directions
  3. Turn on the water, then the disposal

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If your garbage disposal hums and doesn’t grind when you turn it on, something might be jammed inside. A jammed garbage disposal might also be overly noisy or might run and stop before you turn it off. It is vital to fix your clogged garbage disposal as soon as possible because it can burn out the motor.

If your garbage disposal is jammed, you can fix this problem with just a few easy steps. The Durham plumbing professionals at JD Service Now have compiled a step by step process on how to fix your jammed garbage disposal. For this job, you will need a jam buster wrench, a flashlight, and tongs or pliers.

Steps to Fix a Jammed Garbage Disposal

Before you begin, you should ensure that the disposal’s switch is turned off and the electrical circuit that powers the garbage disposal. Be sure that you don’t place your hand in the disposal at any time.

Step 1: Insert the wrench into the hole at the bottom of the disposal. The hole should be located under the sink at the bottom of the disposal. It should be at the bottom center of the garbage disposal, facing the floor.

Step 2: Worth the wrench back and forth in both directions. Try to turn the wrench without using too much force. If you have to use force while turning, do so gently to prevent damaging the garbage disposal. You can continue turning it until it completely circles in both directions.

Step 3: Turn on the water, then the disposal. After step two, the disposal should start working. If it jams up again, you may need to repeat the process.

If your garbage disposal doesn’t have a hex hole, you can put a short broomstick into the disposal and force it down against one of the blades. Then you can try to rotate the impeller back and forth. Be sure to do this only when the power is disconnected. If something has gone down into the disposal that shouldn’t have, like metal, rubber, glass, or banana peels, you should use tongs or pliers to pull the material out. You should never use your hand since it can be dangerous.

Call the Durham Plumbing Experts at JD Service Now Today!

If you’re unable to fix your jammed garbage disposal, there may be an underlying issue with it. Our Durham plumbing professionals are ready to assist you and help you get your garbage disposal fixed as efficiently and effectively as possible. We take pride in our excellent customer service and our ability to complete projects as efficiently as possible. If you need to get your garbage disposal fixed as soon as possible, give us a call now, and we will be able to assist you as quickly as possible.

We are ready to assist you with any of your plumbing needs. Call our Durham plumbers today at 919-383-7000!

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