Homeowners in the Boston area often find they need garbage disposal repair. A garbage disposal is an electrically powered mechanical system that is prone to a variety of problems. It is often misused as well. While a disposal is designed to break food into small pieces that can pass through your plumbing system, putting the wrong items down or having a small clog can trigger serious issues. No matter what kind of problem occurs and when, our garbage disposal plumber is here to help.

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Common Causes of Garbage Disposal Clogs and Problems

The technicians at Akian Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric are familiar with these frequently encountered issues:

  • Blockage by Food Products: Putting meats, vegetable peels (or anything fibrous), fats, or greases down the garbage disposal can cause a clog. The same can happen if the system is overloaded, in which case it automatically turns off to prevent overheating.
  • Jamming: Anything that overworks the motor may cause the unit to jam, which can cause it to back up, make a mess, and cause your sink to stink. Dirt and grime can also make it inside and jam up the unit, which may require a plumber to clean the P trap.
  • Large Objects: Large chunks of food, silverware, and other objects can get caught; it’s often hard to see what goes in when there’s a lot of soapy water. If something gets caught, don’t try to remove it without the help of a professional.

Garbage Disposal Replacement

Replacing your garbage disposal is sometimes the best option. If the unit has failed, this may be the only choice.

Replacing your garbage disposal is sometimes the best option. If the unit has failed, this may be the only choice. A garbage disposal plumber near you can help find the best system for your needs and handle both the electrical and plumbing connections to ensure it is in working order. Garbage disposals also vibrate. While this can be hard on your sink, we’ll make sure your sink is secure and sturdy to ensure your disposal is reliable.

Keep Your Garbage Disposal in Good Working Order

When it comes to installation, repair, and replacement, always trust a trained expert to handle it. However, basic maintenance doesn’t require a professional. You can reduce strain and wear and tear on your garbage disposal by:

  • Only Disposing Food: Garbage disposals are designed to break up food, not general trash. Avoid using it for celery, banana peels, and other fibrous foods or rice, pasta, and other expandable food items that can clog up the disposal.
  • Use Cool Water While Running the Unit:Cool water allows food to safely pass through the disposal into your plumbing system. With hot water, some foods melt and become harder to grind up.
  • Handle Odors Properly: If your garbage disposal becomes smelly, it might need to be cleaned. Easy steps include grinding ice cubes with lemon, lime, or orange rinds for 30 seconds. Liquid dish detergent can help remove odors as well. If any debris remains, rinse the system with cold water for a half a minute.

Contact Akian Plumbing Today for Your Garbage Disposal Services

If your disposal turns off suddenly, flip the off switch. Check that the unit is plugged in and press the reset switch on the front or bottom. You should be able to turn it back on. Remember to never put your hand or an object into the disposal drain. When resetting the unit doesn’t help or it otherwise isn’t working right, contact Akian Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric. We can quickly diagnose the problem and provide fast garbage disposal repair. Call (617) 894-7803 to request service.

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Laurice Flowers
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Great work by Justin (technician) and the entire team in solving our 3 year long issue of not having reliable AC. The external line looks multiple times better than what we thought. The work was done efficiently with minimal disruptions. Thanks!
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Zifan Chen
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James did an excellent job deep cleaning my HVAC system. He took the time to explain the entire process clearly and even shared helpful tips for future maintenance. Great service and very professionaL
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Carlos was very impressive in that he did a thorough analysis of the current condition of my HVAC system and then explained it all to me and gave me options for moving strategically to the next step. He was very professional ! Mike
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Zhang Tao
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I had a AC maintenance service today. It was a such wonderful experience. I had the guy named Carlos, who is super nice, neat, efficient and professional. Get the job done and made valuable suggestions. Thank you Carlos!
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Michelle Chambers
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Carlos was on time, fast and clearly knew his stuff. We're very happy with Akian's service and, in particular, Carlos's work.
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Matt Olson
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Jackson and his team were very professional and did a really clean install of whole home air conditioning. The experience was outstanding and we look forward to working with Akian again!
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Positive experience with George & Michael
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David Jellesma
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James G. And Mike G did a great job taking care of my system. They were punctual, professional, clear with communication, and did a great job setting expectations. I will definitely continue using Akian going forward.
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Yuka Hackert
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We had a fantastic experience with George and Michael from Akian Plumbing. They were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful from start to finish. They took the time to assess the issue thoroughly, explained everything clearly, and found a smart solution that worked with a reasonable price. Their work was efficient and high-quality — we truly felt in good hands. Highly recommend George, Michael, and the Akian team for anyone looking for reliable and honest plumbing services!
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Drew Bissaro
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George and Michael did a great job repairing my toilet. Personable and smart and prompt. I paid more money than the call center intake had led me to believe would be charged, but that is the way of the world these days. They did a fine job. Would recommend.
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They are very friendly and only repair what's needed to be repaired. They made the repair and left me feeling like I didn't get taken advantage of.
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Ruben O.
19 August 2026
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I called to ask for a general price range for replacing a P-trap. They told me they would not provide any pricing information unless they first sent a master plumber out for a $120 service call. I even asked what the *lowest* possible cost for a basic P-trap replacement would be, just so I could have some idea of what to expect, and they still refused to answer. That made me uncomfortable. I understand that an exact quote may require seeing the job in person, but refusing to provide even a starting price or rough range felt unnecessarily vague. I didn't feel comfortable paying $120 upfront without having any idea what I might ultimately be charged, so I decided not to move forward with them.
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Chris H.
18 August 2026
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Sean and Andrew were great. I came home from work one day to discover water damage to my bathroom ceiling. Sean came out quickly to assess the situation. He was able to get someone out to remediate right away. Once the cleanup was complete, Andrew came out to do some further investigate and was able to successfully identify the water source in my very old condo building in Brighton. Both were very friendly and professional. Highly recommended!
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Tom H.
6 August 2026
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So wanted to give an update to a 2 star review i left for Akian for work done about a month ago. I had two gripes: Call center customer service and dispatch and high pricing. I have to give their management credit: They saw my review, reached out and yesterday service manage Jeff called me. It's rare these days for someone to really listen to how things looked on my side of the road and to Jeff's credit he did that. Not only that we reached and agreement regarding what i felt was high pricing two two of the three components they replaced on my AC system. In addition he mentioned that they are moving away from the foreign call center customer service--this is a good thing. Who wants to feel if they get disconnected they can't call the person back? All this reassured me that despite some issues they are getting themselves on track and that they cared enough to make things right for me.
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C. B.
17 July 2026
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Carlos came today to troubleshoot my central AC. which stopped working yesterday. He was very upfront saying that he was unfamiliar with my particular set up. However, with assistance from his office, he was able to diagnose and fix the issue. It was not a simple 1-2-3 due to the poor initial installation from another company 9 years ago. He was diligent looking for solutions and was able to get the AC working. Part of the issue was the thermostat, which he replaced. I will make Akian my go-to company for my system. thank you Carlos. It is only a 4 because I was hoping for same day services yesterday.
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Jennifer G.
2 July 2026
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Our AC stopped working and Akian responded right away and fixed our AC on the hottest day so far.
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Kim G.
22 June 2026
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Do not call if you actually have an emergency. Called them around 5pm this afternoon, told them my toilet was leaking all over the floor and that I was on the ground floor of a multi-floor condominium building. They opened a ticket and said someone would be out between 6pm and midnight. Called around 6:30 to see if there was an update, because even with the water turned off I had about 2 inches of water leaking out onto the floor. She said the plumber was finishing up a call then heading to me. I called an hour later and she said "oh, we don't service multi-floor buildings you will have to call someone else but they NEVER called to tell me. Wasted two hours waiting for a plumber that was never coming, causing damage to the bathroom floor and the carpeting in the hallway.
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Elizabeth W.
12 June 2026
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My first time using Akian for my HVAC maintenance. James G. was friendly, knowledgeable, good at explaining and informative. Much appreciated. I also appreciate that the company sent out a reminder text for the appointment with a picture of the service person. Consider me a new customer of Akian who will be requesting James G. every time! Thank you.
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Gregory R.
8 June 2026
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We had an AC system that was not running, so we scheduled an appointment with Akian. Matt showed up on schedule, diagnosed the problem, and completed the necessary work quickly and at a reasonable price. We have used Akian in the past and continue to be very happy with their service. We will call them again for plumbing and HVAC issues in the future.
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K Y.
4 June 2026
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Sean C. and his assistant Berkeley came by on schedule and assessed the rusting flange on my toilet. Gave me a couple of options and what he recommended. Toilet installed and working well. The key items for the five star rating was their professional mannerism and attention to cleanliness (wearing shoe covers, wiping up spilt water, taking all trash with them, and most of all, they are pleasant people.). Thanks Akian Plumbing.

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