{"id":62555,"date":"2024-07-26T18:52:33","date_gmt":"2024-07-26T18:52:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/applumbing.com\/rochester\/?page_id=62555"},"modified":"2025-10-16T16:11:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-16T16:11:45","slug":"garbage-disposals","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/applumbing.com\/rochester\/plumbing\/garbage-disposals\/","title":{"rendered":"Top-Rated Garbage Disposal Services in Rochester"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Garbage disposals are a dependable convenience in modern plumbing, making it easier to clean up and power through dishes with far less hassle. Whether your home came with its disposal, you had a disposal installed in an older Rochester home, or you have yet to make the addition, you\u2019ll need a reliable and licensed expert to keep it in good working order.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>AP Plumbing Rochester has been successfully serving the area since 1986, so contact our team to <a href=\"https:\/\/applumbing.com\/rochester\/contact\/\">request garbage disposal services<\/a> you need. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-62556\" src=\"https:\/\/applumbing.com\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/food-in-garbage-disposal-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Man's hand turning on a garbage disposal to remove food waste from kitchen sink\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/applumbing.com\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/food-in-garbage-disposal-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/applumbing.com\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/food-in-garbage-disposal-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/applumbing.com\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/food-in-garbage-disposal-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/applumbing.com\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/food-in-garbage-disposal-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/applumbing.com\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/07\/food-in-garbage-disposal-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h2>Thorough Garbage Disposal Installation and Replacement<\/h2>\r\n<p>Whether installing a garbage disposal for the first time or replacing a worn-out model, a qualified and experienced plumber can make all the difference. Installing a garbage disposal involves skill, precision, and wiring \u2014 improper installation can lead to avoidable issues early on.<\/p>\r\n<p>Garbage disposal replacement involves all that and the need to safely remove the old system and return your kitchen to a clean state.<\/p>\r\n<p>AP Plumbing Rochester\u2019s background-checked plumbers are equipped to provide comprehensive garbage disposal installation and replacement services at the highest professional grade.<\/p>\r\n<span  class=\"max_w_730 d-block no_hover_underline mb-4\">\n        <div class=\"got-an-emergency px-sm-2 px-4 text-start rounded-10\" >\n            <div class=\"row align-items-center py-lg-3 py-2 h-100\">\n                <div class=\"col-sm-12 h-sm-60 mt-2 mt-lg-0 col-lg-6 align-items-center py-lg-3 text-center text-lg-start border-right-lg-2 px-0 px-lg-3\">\n                    <span class=\"heading_title title-class d-block color_tertiary mb-0 no_hover_underline text_24 line_height_30 font_ubuntu text_bold ps-lg-3\">Schedule Services Now<\/span> \n                        <a class=\"cta_call_link no_hover_underline d-block ms-lg-3 telephone-class \" href=\"tel:585-510-2336\">\n                        <span class=\"d-inline-block no_hover_underline text_30 line_height_35 font_ubuntu text_normal color_secondary\">585-510-2336<\/span>\n                        <\/a>\n                        <span class=\"mw-121 d-inline-block mx-auto d-lg-none my-2 mb-lg-0 pb-lg-0 border-bottom-md-2\"><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n                <div class=\" button-class col-sm-12 col-lg-6 text-center pl-0 py-lg-3 px-lg-0 px-0\">\n                    <a onclick=\"_scheduler.show({ schedulerId: 'sched_p6x1w8uasuvkpntvu09z9fjh' })\" id=\"schedule_online_button_desktop\" class=\" no_hover_underline cta_link d-lg-inline-block d-none se-booking-show\" href=\"#\" target=\"_blank\"><div class=\"text_25 line_height_30 font_ubuntu d-block text_bold no_hover_underline pe-lg-3 color_tertiary text-capitalize\">Schedule Service<i class=\"icon-circle-arrow-right1 color_secondary text_18 ms-2 line_height_18\"><\/i><\/div><\/a>\n                    <a onclick=\"_scheduler.show({ schedulerId: 'sched_p6x1w8uasuvkpntvu09z9fjh' })\" id=\"schedule_online_button_desktop\" class=\"  cta_link no_hover_underline d-lg-none se-booking-show\" href=\"#\" target=\"_blank\"><div class=\"text_25 line_height_30 font_ubuntu d-block text_bold no_hover_underline pe-lg-3 color_tertiary text-capitalize\">Schedule Service<i class=\"icon-circle-arrow-right1 text_18 ms-2 line_height_18 color_secondary\"><\/i><\/div><\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/span>\r\n<h3>Signs Your Garbage Disposal Needs Professional Repair<\/h3>\r\n<p>While most garbage disposals are quite sturdy, it can be hard to determine if they need to be repaired. Look out for:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>Grinding or buzzing sounds that could point to motor failure<\/li>\r\n\t<li>A lingering unpleasant smell may result from trapped, decomposing food<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Failure to turn on could represent a circuitry issue<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Slow draining is often the result of a clog in the system or a broken motor<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Leaks are evidence of broken seals, gaskets, or flanges<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>AP Plumbing Rochester is prepared to repair both minor issues and more complex problems with ease.<\/p>\r\n<h2>What Can &amp; Cannot Go In A Garbage Disposal?<\/h2>\r\n<p>You can save yourself a whole lot of hassle by ensuring the entire family is on board with proper disposal use. Always minimize the amount of food going through the disposal and only feed through soft, non-greasy scraps like:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>Potatoes<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Rice<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Cooked pasta<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Vegetable peelings<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Citrus rinds<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Ensure you\u2019re familiar with manufacturer instructions, as some more powerful models can handle more than their smaller counterparts. What you absolutely shouldn\u2019t put down the disposal are:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>Fats, oil, or grease of any kind<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Celery, artichokes, or other stringy foods<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Potato skins, beans, or other starchy foods<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Onion skins, corn husks, or other fibrous foods<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Eggshells<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Bones<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Coffee grounds<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Note that non-foods should never go in the garbage disposal, so things like metal, glass, or plastic are off-limits.<\/p>\r\n<h2>Schedule Garbage Disposal Services With AP Plumbing Today<\/h2>\r\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a top-tier garbage disposal service, AP Plumbing is ready. We are a Certified Delta Service Provider and Nexstar member so that you can trust our level of service. We also offer upfront pricing and no surprise charges, along with same-day services when you need them.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/applumbing.com\/rochester\/schedule-service\/\">Schedule service with us<\/a> today and enjoy the convenience of your garbage disposal for years to come. <\/strong><\/p>\r\n<h3>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\r\n<div id=\"accordion95882\" class=\"accordion shortcode\">\n\n<div class=\"accordion-item  rounded-0 border-1\">\n    <div  class=\"accordion-header\">\n           <h3 class=\"collapsed py-3 ps-3 pe-5 mb-0 position-relative d-flex align-items-center color_primary\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse27287\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse27287\"> How do I clean my garbage disposal?<i class=\"icon-chevron-down4 text_20 line_height_28 position-absolute color_secondary right-15 top-18\" ><\/i><\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n    <div id=\"collapse27287\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"collapse27287\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion95882\">\n        <div class=\"accordion-body\"><\/p>\r\n<p>You should clean your garbage disposal at least once a month with a 1:1 mix of banking soda and vinegar plus a hot water flush.<\/p>\r\n<p><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"accordion-item  rounded-0 border-1\">\n    <div  class=\"accordion-header\">\n           <h3 class=\"collapsed py-3 ps-3 pe-5 mb-0 position-relative d-flex align-items-center color_primary\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapse92336\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"collapse92336\"> How long will my garbage disposal last?<i class=\"icon-chevron-down4 text_20 line_height_28 position-absolute color_secondary right-15 top-18\" ><\/i><\/h3>\n    <\/div>\n    <div id=\"collapse92336\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"collapse92336\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordion95882\">\n        <div class=\"accordion-body\"><\/p>\r\n<p>A poorly maintained and misused disposal may only last around eight years, while proper maintenance and good usage habits can extend a lifespan up to 15 years.<\/p>\r\n<p><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Garbage disposals are a dependable convenience in modern plumbing, making it easier to clean up and power through dishes with far less hassle. 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