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Drain Solutions Plumbing Co provides professional garbage disposal repair for homes throughout the San Fernando Valley. A working disposal keeps your kitchen running smoothly—until it starts humming, grinding, leaking, or stops turning on. When that happens, food waste can back up fast, odors build up, and you can end up with a clogged sink that interrupts your day.
Our licensed plumbers troubleshoot the full system—not just the unit. We check for jammed impellers, worn internal components, electrical and reset issues, loose mounting assemblies, drain line blockages, and leaks at the sink flange, dishwasher inlet, or discharge pipe. Whether your disposal needs a straightforward repair or you’re better off replacing the unit, we’ll walk you through the options and get everything running safely and correctly.
We offer same-day service on most jobs and are committed to honest, reliable plumbing services. All of our plumbers are licensed, bonded, and insured, so you can feel confident your garbage disposal repair is handled by a qualified professional—done cleanly, tested for proper draining, and finished with clear communication from start to finish.
If you notice a strong sewer or gas-like odor inside your home, it’s important to take action immediately. Sewer gas smells can indicate a serious plumbing issue such as a dry drain trap, broken vent pipe, damaged sewer line, or a failing connection beneath sinks, walls, or floors.
If the odor is overwhelming or accompanied by dizziness, nausea, or headaches, leave the home right away and move to fresh air. Once you are safely outside, contact your gas company or emergency services if you suspect an active gas leak. After the immediate safety concern is addressed, a licensed plumber can inspect your plumbing system to identify the source of the odor and correct the problem.
Sewer gas issues should never be ignored. Prolonged exposure can pose health risks and may signal underlying plumbing failures that can worsen over time. Professional inspection helps ensure your home is safe, properly vented, and free of harmful gases.
If you smell gas, leave immediately and go to a neighbor’s house. Once you are safely out of your home, call 911 and your gas company, then contact our licensed plumbers. We can help determine the source of the gas and take the proper steps to make your home safe.
Garbage disposals are designed to handle daily kitchen use, but wear, misuse, and food buildup can cause problems over time. While some minor issues may have simple solutions, others require professional repair to prevent further damage and plumbing complications.
Common garbage disposal problems include jamming, slow draining, unusual noises, leaks, or a unit that won’t turn on. In certain cases, resetting the disposal, clearing debris, or freeing a jam may restore function. Power should always be turned off before attempting any DIY fix to avoid injury or electrical damage.
However, persistent clogs, recurring jams, electrical problems, housing leaks, or foul odors often indicate a deeper issue within the unit or connected plumbing. Continued DIY attempts in these situations can lead to motor burnout, cracked components, or damage to drain lines.
Professional garbage disposal repair ensures the problem is diagnosed correctly and resolved safely. Prompt service helps restore proper operation, prevent plumbing backups, and extend the life of your disposal system.
If your garbage disposal isn’t operating, you might be dealing with a buildup of food or non-food waste. A simple home remedy is to run ice cubes through the disposal to clear it. However, if this doesn’t resolve the issue, it’s important to contact a licensed plumber in Mission Hills to inspect and clean your disposal, ensuring it’s functioning properly and safely.
A humming noise from your garbage disposal often indicates a jam or buildup. While running ice cubes through the disposal might help, if the problem persists, it’s advisable to seek professional help. Our Mission Hills plumbers are equipped to diagnose the cause, which could be an impeller issue, and provide a reliable repair to get your disposal back to its quiet, efficient operation.
To keep your garbage disposal clog-free, always run cold water during and after use, cut food into small pieces, avoid hard and fibrous items, and never pour grease or oil down the disposal. Regular cleaning with baking soda and vinegar, as well as professional maintenance, can also help maintain a smooth operation and prevent clogs.
It’s generally not recommended to use chemical drain cleaners in your garbage disposal as they can be harsh and potentially damage the system over time. Instead, opt for natural cleaning solutions like baking soda and vinegar, or contact our professional plumbers in Mission Hills for safe and effective maintenance and cleaning services.
“He’s very honest about the problem and resolution. Feel confident in calling him for your plumbing needs.”
Rick and his team are extremely reliable and trustworthy. He’s very honest about the problem and resolution. I’ve used him for about 8 years, on a few projects (small- complex) and I can’t say enough great things about him. He’s always fair and upfront. Feel confident in calling him for your plumbing needs.
“His prices are fair and he explains prices before he starts work. I would definitely recommend his company”
Rick with Drain Solutions was prompt and handled all my plumbing problems efficiently and to my satisfaction. His prices are fair and he explains prices before he starts work. I would definitely recommend his company.
“They were incredibly helpful and answered all our questions. Amazing and very knowledgeable. I would hire them again and can highly recommend them.”
They did fantastic work. We had an emergency project which could have been a major water damage situation. They showed immediately and stopped the leak ASAP. During the project they showed up on time consistently and finished it fast so any water damage would remain small. They were incredibly helpful and answered all our questions. Amazing and very knowledgeable. I would hire them again and can highly recommend them.
“Rick and his assistant did such a great job. He was extremely affordable compared to other quotes we got. He explained everything to us and I highly recommend his services.”
Rick and his assistant did such a great job. It was easy to communicate our needs and he had all the best tools to diagnose our problems. He was extremely affordable compared to other quotes we got. We had a tough situation being new Homeowners and he gave us all our options and really went above and beyond to help us. He explained everything to us and I highly recommend his services.
“I would highly recommend Rick and team for all your Plumbing Projects and Repairs.”
I would like to Thank Rick from Drain Solutions Plumbing for fixing all my Plumbing Issues… Rick was very Professional and Knowledgeable with my plumbing issues and fixed them all… Now my daughter can shower in her own bathroom… Yaaay!!! Thank you for also installing the kitchen and bathroom faucets. I would highly recommend Rick and team for all your Plumbing Projects and Repairs.
If you are unsure of the problem with your garbage disposal, look at our plumbing services page to see all our services. You can also contact us to find out if we can help.
To prevent your garbage disposal from clogging, here are some tips:
By following these tips, you can help prevent clogs and keep your garbage disposal running smoothly.
Drain Solutions Plumbing Co provides professional plumbing services for new construction homes throughout the San Fernando Valley. As a locally owned and operated company, we work closely with homeowners, builders, and contractors to deliver code-compliant, long-lasting plumbing installations built for reliability and performance.
Our licensed, bonded, and insured plumbers specialize in new construction plumbing installation, including kitchen system setup, drain connections, fixture placement, and appliance readiness. We handle garbage disposal installation and system planning alongside full plumbing installation services to ensure everything is installed correctly from the start.
New construction projects often require planning for future appliances and water demand. Our team installs and prepares systems that support water heater installation and replacement, including both tank and tankless systems. If service is needed later, we also provide dependable water heater repair services to keep systems operating safely and efficiently.
From rough-in plumbing to final installations, we prioritize clear communication, reliable scheduling, and workmanship that meets current codes and performs for years to come.
We want to get it done right the first time, so we come to each property prepared with the necessary tools to solve your plumbing and drain needs on day one.
Because we’re a local, family-run plumbing company, we keep costs low — giving you quality service at a better price than the big-name franchises.
We believe in honest, upfront pricing with no hidden fees. Our team provides clear options so you can choose what works best for your needs and budget.
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