Garbage Disposal Service in Fresno, CA
Installation, repair, and replacement of garbage disposals for Fresno kitchens. Single through 4-stage grinding systems — we carry top brands and guarantee our work.
Installing a garbage disposal helps minimize food waste in your trash, eliminates bothersome kitchen odors, and reduces the risk of household bacteria. No matter how clean your kitchen may seem, discarded food waste in the trash can quickly lead to unpleasant odors and attract pests. A quality disposal system makes daily kitchen cleanup faster and more sanitary.
Whether yours is jammed, leaking, humming but not grinding, or completely dead, Stedman's Plumbing can diagnose and fix the issue — or replace the unit entirely if needed.
Disposal Systems We Install
Single-Stage Disposal
Single-stage disposals grind food scraps using a rotating impeller plate, ideal for light to moderate household use with good waste management habits.
2-Stage Disposal
A 2-stage disposal grinds waste twice for finer processing — better at handling fibrous vegetables and small bones with reduced clog risk.
3-Stage Disposal
Three-stage units nearly liquefy food waste — ideal for large households or heavy kitchen use. Includes anti-jam and noise-reduction technology.
4-Stage Disposal
Maximum grinding power with four progressive stages. Reduces even the toughest scraps — bones, citrus rinds, fibrous vegetables — to ultra-fine particles. Includes jam-sensing technology and odor-reduction paddle.
What Not to Put in Your Disposal
- Fibrous foods: celery, artichokes, corn husks
- Grease, oils, and fats
- Large bones, pits, and seeds
- "Flushable" wipes or non-food items
- Starchy foods in large quantities: pasta, rice, potato peels
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Run cold water before and after use, avoid putting in problematic items, and clean periodically with ice, vinegar, or baking soda. Routine care helps prevent clogs, odors, and mechanical issues.
Not necessarily. A humming disposal usually means the motor is running but the plate is jammed. Try pressing the red reset button on the bottom of the unit and using the hex wrench port to free the jam. If that doesn't work, call us.
Always run cold water during and after use. Cold water solidifies any grease or fat, making it easier to grind and flush through the pipes without clogging.
Most disposals last 8 to 15 years depending on the brand, model, and usage. Regular maintenance and proper use can significantly extend its life.
Some noise is normal, but rattling, grinding, or metal-on-metal sounds could indicate a foreign object inside or loose components. Always turn off the power before inspecting the interior.