Insinkerator Disposal repair in Alliance, OH

Insinkerator Disposal Repair (Model BADGER 5 PLUS 5 PLUS-5) – Alliance, OH

Insinkerator • Disposal • Alliance, OH

In Alliance, OH, a dead disposal quickly backs up the sink and stalls kitchen cleanup. In Stark County homes, clearing the jam restores normal draining fast.

Complaint: Disposal won’t turn on and sink backs up.
Cause: Flywheel jam from debris.
Fix: Cleared obstruction and pressed reset button.
Result: Unit runs smoothly and sink drains normally.

Diagnostic Findings

No motor response at switch; sink holding water
Manual hex rotation stiff; flywheel stuck
Debris removed from grind chamber
Reset overload; test with water successful

DIY? Read This First — Unplug the appliance and disconnect utilities before attempting repairs.

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Repairs Performed

WPS-Diagnostic Service Call

Typical repair range: $24.00–$124.00.

If the repair cost approaches 50% of a new unit, it may be worth exploring replacement options.

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Maintenance Tips for Appliances

Run cold water during use and 20–30 seconds after.
Avoid bones, pits, and fibrous husks that can jam the unit.
Stark County hard water: do a monthly ice and vinegar flush to reduce buildup.
Keep the power off when clearing jams; use an Allen key from below, never reach in.

Final Verification

We completed functional tests to verify proper operation and checked for leaks, errors, and responsiveness.

About the Technician: Samuel Willhite, owner and lead technician of Louisville Appliance Repair.

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