A malfunctioning garbage disposal is one of the most common kitchen plumbing complaints. Before you call for a replacement, it is worth checking a few simple things — many problems are easy fixes. Run cold water before, during and after use. Avoid grease, fibrous vegetables, coffee grounds, bulk eggshells, bones and starchy foods like rice and pasta. Feed waste in small amounts rather than stuffing it all in at once, and never use the disposal as a trash can. If the unit is young and the problem is a jam, reset or minor leak at the flange, a repair is usually the economical choice. If it is older, leaking from the body, or repeatedly failing, replacement is more reliable and often cheaper over the next few years. Champion Plumbing performs garbage disposal repair , garbage disposal...
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