Kitchen Plumbing Services in Bay Shore & Melville, NY

Is your garbage disposal malfunctioning, or does your sink need to be replaced? Call us at 631-629-4877 for kitchen plumbing services in Suffolk and Nassau County, NY.

Is your garbage disposal clogged and emitting a foul odor throughout your kitchen? Does your leaking faucet need to be replaced? Don’t try to fix your garbage disposal or install a new faucet on your own. Call in the experts to ensure the job is done right. Schedule an appointment with our licensed and trained technicians at Retro Hot Water & Heating. We offer same-day services to the Melville, NY area.

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Common Garbage Disposal Problems

While your garbage disposal can be convenient when washing dishes, it can also encounter common problems that require professional repairs. These can include:

Jams: This can occur when inappropriate items — like high-fiber vegetables such as corn husks and carrots — are placed in the disposal.
Clogs: When clogs occur, professionals may need to take apart the disposal to remove the blockage.
Loss of power: If you flip the switch and your unit doesn’t start, it can be due to a disrupted or faulty connection. A professional can inspect the unit and make any necessary repairs.
Noise: Loud or unusual noises can indicate there are metal or hard plastic objects in the appliance.
Leaking disposal: Leaks can be repaired by a plumber to get the unit working correctly.

When To Replace Your Faucet

Is it time to upgrade the kitchen in your home in the New York Metro Area by installing a new faucet? Some signs that can indicate you need to replace your old faucet include:

Leaks: If your faucet is leaking, have a plumber inspect it to determine if it can be repaired or if the unit needs to be replaced.

Severe limescale buildup: If you have buildup on your unit it can decrease your water pressure and cause other parts of your system to rust.

Expensive parts: If you need to replace various parts of your unit, it can be more cost-effective to install a new faucet rather than make repairs.

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Garbage Disposal Maintenance Tips

To keep your garbage disposal working properly, it’s important to perform regular maintenance tasks on it. Some tips to keep in mind are:

Avoid putting hard food items like corn husks and chicken bones down the disposal.

Don’t put starchy foods, like potatoes, in the disposal.

When using the system, run water into the disposal and keep it running for a few seconds after the disposal has been turned off.

To keep the blades sharp, grind ice in the disposal once a week.

Clean your disposal with baking soda, vinegar, and water.

Freshen your disposal with lemons.

When you need garbage disposal repairs or sink installations, call Retro Hot Water & Heating at 631-629-4877 for appointments in Suffolk and Nassau County, NY. Our technicians are background checked and drug tested.