Something is wrong with my garbage disposal in the kitchen sink . I was wondering if Roto -Rooter plumbers r much more expensive than the other local plumbers.
What r their approximate charges ???
Thanks.
2007-10-12 07:47:25 · 7 answers · asked by mommy 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I have tried using the reset button but after running for a few seconds it stops again . It also makes a terribly lound sound when I put it on and then goes off.
2007-10-12 08:18:15 · update #1
Roto-Rooter is great if there is a clog in the drain because they use their machine and snake it out. I use them in my rentals only for clogged drains because they charge to much for other services, like replacing disposals, pipe repairs, water main breaks. For these, I agree with Paul above, a local plumber will be your best bet. Have you tried re-setting the disposal? Sometimes the blades get jammed and there is a button on the bottom to press or a tool attached to the side that you insert in the hole in the bottom to manually unjam the blades. Try that before you call the plumber to see if you can save yourself a few bucks. One other thing, if you do think it is a clog try sending down 1/2 cup of baking soda followed immediately by a cup of hot vinegar. This will sometimes power through grease, clean the disposer and get the drain flowing again.
2007-10-12 08:08:18 · answer #1 · answered by eskie lover 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I used Roto-Rooter once about 20 years ago. They fixed a slow drain that was caused by a debris clog in the main sewer line. It was covered by a home warranty, so I don't know what the charge was.
I have a friend who is a plumber and I call him first. When he's busy or can't do the work, I have had success with local plumbing chains (Bill Howe is one that serves San Diego) and they were reasonably priced.
2007-10-12 08:04:18 · answer #2 · answered by Paul in San Diego 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing he did was leave so you don't have to deal with him again. Any service person, plumber or other trades, that comes to your house to fix a problem should make an honest effort to resolve the complaint. The drain that you are talking about is not that big in size and probably not too long of a run. If you have the ability, you can rent a power snake for less than $50 and clean the drain yourself. The type of snake that you would need would be a drum attached to a drill motor. It is easy to use. In the drain you will probably find lint from the washer. Once the drain is clear, use some kind of a lint trap to prevent further trouble.
2016-05-22 02:34:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your problem is a local problem for a local plumber, it's probably something simple. There should be a hex screw under the disposer, in the middle. Usually there's a Allen wrench in the kitchen drawer left for this purpose. The Allen fits the hex screw. Put the Allen in the hex and wriggle it back and forth vigorously, then take it out and try the disposer, if not, keep trying it. Eventually unless you have something wedge very tight in there, it should loosen.
Or, call the plumber.
2007-10-12 08:23:00 · answer #4 · answered by cowboydoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are incredible for drainage problems. But your problem is with an appliance. What is wrong with the disposal? Won't rotate? Won't power up? Be more specific and you might be able to fix it yourself. DIY.
2007-10-12 08:15:01 · answer #5 · answered by DIYpro 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about expense. But we had a plug in our shower, and they came out and had that cleaned up so quick, and they seemed very reasonable. it was so nice i would highly recommend them.
2007-10-12 07:56:22 · answer #6 · answered by John K 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
try to get the roto-rooter guys from T.A.P.S.
2007-10-12 13:48:00 · answer #7 · answered by roodog01 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋