Garbage Disposal Not Working | What To Check And How To fix

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  • Is your garbage disposal not working? In this video I show you what to check and how to fix it!
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  • @Funwithforeigners
    @Funwithforeigners 11 місяців тому +8

    This guy just saved me 200 bucks. My man!

  • @kls-9589
    @kls-9589 Рік тому +28

    As a female, I greatly appreciate this video! It was easy to follow, no BS and straight to the point! I was able to troubleshoot my garbage disposal. No new one needed. Thank you! 😊

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому +1

      You are so welcome! I am glad this video was helpful for you

    • @derweasel
      @derweasel Рік тому +1

      yup! Me too!

  • @Su11
    @Su11 2 роки тому +2

    @The Handyman Journey
    Just want to say thank u I am the fixer when thinks go wrong I always knew to pull items out but didn't know about turning from under to dislodge anything stuck. 👍

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому

      You are so welcome! I am glad this video was helpful!!

  • @nancynorris8364
    @nancynorris8364 Рік тому +2

    Thanks to your video my daughter fixed our disposal instead of calling out a repairman!! Much appreciated!!!

  • @valerytalma7365
    @valerytalma7365 8 місяців тому +2

    Thanks a lot. I did not know there was a trip switch. Fixed it right away!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  8 місяців тому

      Fantastic! I am glad this video was helpful for you

  • @andrewsquire9892
    @andrewsquire9892 27 днів тому

    Thank you a million times. I pray a blessing upon you for this righteous help video.

  • @candyluette3335
    @candyluette3335 6 місяців тому +2

    You’re the best! Got my daughter’s disposal working again!!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  6 місяців тому

      Fantastic! So glad I could help! Kudos to you!💪

  • @bhalobangali1179
    @bhalobangali1179 2 роки тому +59

    love you brother, i am a hero to my wife because of you!!!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому +1

      So glad this was helpful!!!

    • @pcharm3711
      @pcharm3711 2 роки тому +1

      Lucky, mine won't even try so I will do it

    • @sacredgarden
      @sacredgarden Рік тому

      Haha super hero 💪

    • @sacredgarden
      @sacredgarden Рік тому

      Thank you sir I successfully was able to turn my disposal back on.. trip switch, just had to reset it. Thank you again, great video right to the point and very simple to follow. 🕊️✌️☮️

    • @BenjaminCarrasco30
      @BenjaminCarrasco30 Рік тому

      Jaja same here. Someone’s getting lucky tonite.

  • @dianaa827
    @dianaa827 2 місяці тому +1

    This is from 3 years ago and I used it today! Thank you so much for this information!! Super helpful

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 місяці тому +1

      Your so welcome! I am so glad it was helpful!

  • @cynthia90robinson
    @cynthia90robinson Рік тому +12

    Thank you very much! With your great instructions, I just got my garbage disposable up and running. Blessings to you and your family!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому +2

      Your welcome, I am glad this video was helpful for you!

  • @jimbob5238
    @jimbob5238 Рік тому +1

    Just watched your video. Disposal was not making any noise. Pushed the reset button, Allen wrenched the disposal and works like new now. Thank you Sir 😎👍

  • @daveshangar6820
    @daveshangar6820 Рік тому +1

    Thankyou for the video. My son was in the kitchen preparing food and it suddenly stopped working. This video was the first one I saw. No Breakers were tripped and no humming noise. I found the switch underneath that you were talking about and tripped it back on.
    It's working fine again.

  • @skylarritwo8880
    @skylarritwo8880 2 роки тому +13

    That was so easy. Thank you! I feel like a real man after fixing that.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому

      💪💪 way to go! I am glad this was helpful!

  • @badashmedia2066
    @badashmedia2066 Рік тому +40

    Even my eleven year old son was inspired to give a go at fixing our disposal problem after watching this video 😮 It worked and he was so excited to have helped. Thanks

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому +5

      That's so awesome!! I am glad this video was helpful for you!💪💯

    • @Tssonyoutube
      @Tssonyoutube Рік тому +3

      Wow. Such an amazing story

    • @evafancher9674
      @evafancher9674 Рік тому +2

      What if it's not possible to turn with the allen wrench?

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  11 місяців тому

      @evafancher it may be seized up beyond repair and may need to be replaced

    • @evafancher9674
      @evafancher9674 11 місяців тому

      @@handymanjourney I ended up getting it to work! Just required persistence. Thank you for the video.

  • @rockboyjazz
    @rockboyjazz Рік тому +13

    Absolute legend. Turned what is going to be an awful evening to a great one.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому +2

      Glad I could help! I am glad this video was helpful for you!💪

  • @kimberreynolds6181
    @kimberreynolds6181 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you! You just saved me a couple hundred dollars!

  • @AdrienneEverheart
    @AdrienneEverheart 2 роки тому +8

    That switch did it!! Mine was making no sound and now it works. Thank you.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому

      Great! I am so glad this was helpful!!

    • @vegasrick6556
      @vegasrick6556 2 роки тому +2

      Same thing here, powered up, but not spinning. Wrench was right there, spun it for 10 seconds, and all is working well. Great simple video, worked for a true novice, ME....

    • @jaytotampa1981
      @jaytotampa1981 2 роки тому

      Same. Good deal!

  • @benice2998
    @benice2998 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much for your video. Because of you I've fixed disposer. Never knew about red button.

  • @allmight6645
    @allmight6645 Рік тому

    Someone pay for this man’s lasik because he just saved me from going to the store to get a new one or hire someone. I just loosened whatever was stuck. Bless this man and his childrens childrens. Lol

  • @MyNguyen-jt9wx
    @MyNguyen-jt9wx 2 роки тому +1

    Thank-You Sir, I watched your video and i fixed my Garbage Disposal , i don't have to lose money to call lumber. God Bless You and your business

  • @tinapontius3288
    @tinapontius3288 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much! You saved me $100 service charge.

  • @renishataylor6684
    @renishataylor6684 Рік тому +1

    IT WORKED! I JUST FIXED MY DISPOSAL 😁😁😁😁😁 Kuddos to you! GREAT Work 👏👏👏👏👏

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому

      Fantastic! I am glad this video was helpful for you

  • @Iamparisfrance_
    @Iamparisfrance_ Рік тому +1

    Thanks! Never knew about the red button. Pressed it and it works again yay!

  • @soundwavepiano8853
    @soundwavepiano8853 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for this awesome video. I just saved a bunch of money by watching this.👍

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому +1

      Your welcome! I am glad this video was helpful for you!

  • @Nathan-lv4gh
    @Nathan-lv4gh 2 роки тому +7

    Thank you for this video, it helped me a lot! This video saved me from calling a plumber and spending money. Thank you so much. God bless you. 🙏🏼

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому +1

      So glad this was helpful! God bless you aswell!

  • @richardk.3422
    @richardk.3422 2 роки тому +2

    solid advice. I followed this video step by step and my disposal worked again. thank you for posting this.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому

      Awesome work! I am so glad this video is helpful for you!

  • @JackDicaprio
    @JackDicaprio 6 місяців тому +1

    Thanks man!! It was the red switch!!! Wow you really presented that knowledge welll

  • @cannedheatpodcast
    @cannedheatpodcast 6 місяців тому +1

    A lifesaver! Thank you so much!

  • @918ni99a
    @918ni99a 3 роки тому +2

    Broooo thanks !!!!!! You just made my day /week thought I was gone have to pay for possible repairs but that’s to you I clicked the switch and it started working ! Thanks bro

  • @s.family188
    @s.family188 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you clog figured out using that manual trick with the Allen wrench!

  • @trademeconz
    @trademeconz 2 роки тому +1

    Nice video, my 22 years old Kenmore disposer works again. Thanks.

  • @archangelum
    @archangelum 2 роки тому +1

    You are the man!! It was that little button at the bottom. Thank you thank you!

  • @mayurthakkar3066
    @mayurthakkar3066 2 роки тому +3

    I can't thank you enough for this video. I was struggling to find someone to come and check this garbage disposal problem for me. Your video saved me!

  • @adlarocha11
    @adlarocha11 3 роки тому +2

    I just fixed my garbage disposal following the instructions on your video! No buzzing at all so I clicked on the "trip switch" first, got some buzzing now which made me use the allen wrench and voilá, problem fixed. Thanks a lot, keep up with the good work, clear and simple videos, easy to follow instructions.

  • @susies8834
    @susies8834 Рік тому +1

    I have about three tools in my house and the wrench is one of them and it worked!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому

      Your so welcome! I am glad this video was helpful for you!

  • @brandonclark2170
    @brandonclark2170 2 роки тому +1

    You just helped me fix my disposal. Saved my evening. Thank you.

  • @John-kx2io
    @John-kx2io Рік тому +1

    Great video... Saved me from buying a new disposal... Found multiple screws that were blocking the blades.

  • @Jacklee2904
    @Jacklee2904 Рік тому +1

    Good demo, fixed my disposal after few turns with Allen wrench 🛠️

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому

      Way to go! I am so glad this video was helpful for you!💪

  • @queenjb5645
    @queenjb5645 2 роки тому

    You are a life saver!!!! It worked!! Thanks.

  • @javierramos2445
    @javierramos2445 Рік тому

    A big thank you!!!! You just saved me about 300 bucks thanks so much

  • @zaid271
    @zaid271 2 роки тому +1

    Wow you are amazing
    Since yesterday trying to fix it I was about to call landlord until I watch your video

  • @NaguTexan
    @NaguTexan Рік тому

    Worked perfectly for me and saved at least $150. 1000 Likes ! Thank You !

  • @_Kavika
    @_Kavika 2 роки тому

    You saved me $100. Thank you!

  • @chadnelson1150
    @chadnelson1150 Рік тому +1

    Just fixed my garbage disposal issue! Thanks!!!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому +1

      Great work, you are very welcome! I'm glad this video was helpful for you!

  • @ericusengimana5960
    @ericusengimana5960 7 місяців тому +1

    Thank you! I just turned the switch on and I worked!! I was about to call a technician and you saved me some money. 🙏🏽

  • @brianesposito2124
    @brianesposito2124 3 роки тому +1

    You just saved me $400.. your the man..

  • @joealaniz2588
    @joealaniz2588 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you after I pressed the reset button it worked again thanks 🙏🏽

  • @amaoforiwa5088
    @amaoforiwa5088 2 роки тому

    I just used that wrench and I found bones. My garbage disposal is working now! Thank you

  • @Hellothereeveryone
    @Hellothereeveryone 2 місяці тому

    You save my life sir!!!! Thank you for putting up this great and informative video! 👏

  • @Pecavvi
    @Pecavvi 2 роки тому +2

    Followed your instructions - worked like a charm! Thanks for making this video.

  • @ericlopez653
    @ericlopez653 Рік тому +1

    Bro! You saved me $150! Thanks

  • @PradeepGodhala
    @PradeepGodhala 9 місяців тому +1

    Oh wow. Glad I came across this video. Definitely saved me a 100 bucks. A simple twist and turn restarted the motor. THANK YOU

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  9 місяців тому

      Fantastic! I'm so glad this video was helpful for you

  • @ruess
    @ruess Рік тому +1

    You’re a live saver

  • @bvulam
    @bvulam 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for this video. That red switch and turning the bottom totally fixed it for me!

  • @Dave_Town
    @Dave_Town Рік тому

    Thanks so much! This helped me fixed my garbage disposal.

  • @donaappuhamy5127
    @donaappuhamy5127 Місяць тому

    Allen wrench trick worked for me. Thank you!!!

  • @himchulipari
    @himchulipari Рік тому +1

    Very helpful instruction. I was able to fix my garbage disposal easily. Thank you for uploading this video.

  • @RemedNaturel
    @RemedNaturel Рік тому +1

    Thank you, it works ❤👍

  • @TruthRightNow
    @TruthRightNow Рік тому +1

    Thank you! It helped to fix it in 5 seconds.

  • @brownmaneighty3
    @brownmaneighty3 2 роки тому +1

    I fixed my garbage disposal by following your instructions.. Thanks man 🤜🤛🙏🏼..

  • @luisbarrientos7322
    @luisbarrientos7322 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you for the simple explanation and walk through. This fixed my humming issue.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому

      You are welcome! I am so glad this video was helpful for you!!

  • @Arabsummer
    @Arabsummer 2 роки тому

    Thank you, thank you, and thank you!!!
    I'm barely able to change a light bulb.
    I did exactly and precisely what you instructed now my G. P works!!!

  • @LGCPRODUCTIONSTV
    @LGCPRODUCTIONSTV 2 роки тому +1

    Damnit Boy!! Pushed the trip switch back and bam, fixed!!!

  • @allanrivera953
    @allanrivera953 Рік тому

    Thank you for the info, just fixed my garbage disposal, working now👌

  • @cristnuishope
    @cristnuishope Рік тому +1

    Thank you, I too feel like a man Now! Fixed it in 5 minutes. Did not find really anything in the disposal itself other than some spotty stuff on a sponge. It just looks a little rusty in there. I used the tool really good and then WD40 inside? It’s 2016 bought. Didn’t think the WD40 would hurt it. Thanks again!

  • @kylel4689
    @kylel4689 Рік тому

    Great video ! You brought mine back to life !

  • @conniemeissen5213
    @conniemeissen5213 Рік тому +1

    Just fixed my disposal all by myself with your help. Thank you so much!!!

  • @MoBelle40
    @MoBelle40 10 місяців тому +1

    Oh my gosh I fixed it!!! Thank you so much!

  • @Tiretrack
    @Tiretrack 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you! God bless you!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому +1

      Your so welcome! God bless you aswell! I am glad this video was helpful!

  • @ebonyscott12
    @ebonyscott12 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much! Followed your instructions to the T and it worked!!!!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  11 місяців тому

      Fantastic! I am so glad this video was helpful for you!

  • @chimpy_chi
    @chimpy_chi 2 роки тому

    Omg this saved me so much frustration. It kept humming and I could not figure out out to fix it. A few left/right turns underneath and viola.. Thank you!

  • @afroentertainment7963
    @afroentertainment7963 Рік тому

    Thanks so much..I just fixed mine after watching your video

  • @ail2470
    @ail2470 Рік тому +1

    Thank you. I just fixed mine. I was about to call a plumber. I turned the bottom panel a little bit and it worked. So appreciate it! Bless you!.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому +1

      That's great! I am so glad this was helpful for you!

  • @thebrauns1525
    @thebrauns1525 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent, thanks for the video. Disposal fixed.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому

      Awesome!! I am glad this video was helpful for you!!

  • @sckwak2
    @sckwak2 Рік тому

    Thank you so much, I did as you recommended and machine works again. I saved 500 dollars.

  • @intellectualmaggots4854
    @intellectualmaggots4854 Рік тому +1

    Wow, I just saved $200 that little red button works; thank you

  • @jorinekamwine7267
    @jorinekamwine7267 Рік тому

    This video is a life saver. Thank you so much. Easy to follow and it helped fix my disposal problem.

  • @chenoweezi
    @chenoweezi 9 місяців тому +1

    Very helpful. Thanks bud!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  9 місяців тому

      You are so welcome! I am glad this was helpful!

  • @trungphung
    @trungphung 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much! You saved me. I changed 2 garbage disposals in the past. I was able to go to Home Depot for the third one. Luckily I found your video. 🙏🙏🙏

  • @bakc
    @bakc Рік тому

    came here to say that your video worked and now I have a clog free garbage disposal!

  • @joeylws99
    @joeylws99 2 роки тому

    This was so helpful. God bless you!

  • @laurenb3485
    @laurenb3485 Рік тому

    Thank you! Saved me $$ was going to replace mine but your fist tip worked!

  • @BullittHilts
    @BullittHilts Рік тому

    Liked & Subscribed!
    Before searching for a video I twisted the bolt below the unit with an Allen wrench, checked the fuse, tapped the reset button but nothing would work. I watch this video and realize, my unit isn’t hard-wired, it’s plugged!
    Check under the sink and sure enough, the plug had come out 🤦‍♂️ hahaha
    Thanks for the help!

  • @JesseBrownstein
    @JesseBrownstein Рік тому +1

    Thank you sir! I had no idea there was that feature to manually turn the garbage disposal from the bottom. That fixed my problem right away!

  • @kylielogan8771
    @kylielogan8771 2 роки тому

    Thank you I forgot about unplugging and at first I couldn’t find that button, everything work’s peachy now 😀

  • @chukai3347
    @chukai3347 Рік тому

    Thanks brother! You saved me a lot of time and resources...

  • @523teja
    @523teja 2 роки тому +1

    Worked really well, thank you so much

  • @ik2476
    @ik2476 Рік тому

    It was the trip switch! Thank you!

  • @OSUvsM
    @OSUvsM Рік тому +1

    Just fixed mine from your video. Thank very much. Tool mam grunt !

  • @yannip2083
    @yannip2083 2 роки тому +3

    EXCELLENT video! Thank you SO MUCH, Allen, THE BEST! GREATLY APPRECIATED.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому +1

      You are so welcome! I am glad this was helpful!

  • @jonathanmercado2353
    @jonathanmercado2353 Рік тому +1

    Thank you. Your video helped me fix it.

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  Рік тому +1

      Your welcome! I am glad this video was helpful for you!💪

  • @rahulupadhyay3570
    @rahulupadhyay3570 Рік тому

    Thanks you are a life saver

  • @marionunez4
    @marionunez4 Рік тому

    You just saved me 180$! Wow . Thank you very much sir

  • @AmericanMayan
    @AmericanMayan Рік тому +1

    You are a great and simplified teacher!

  • @karriehigley4776
    @karriehigley4776 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you! Love that explanation is simple, and hands on! Thank you!!

    • @handymanjourney
      @handymanjourney  2 роки тому

      Your so welcome! I am glad this video was helpful for you!

  • @Shelo-e5p
    @Shelo-e5p 2 роки тому +1

    This really helped me… Thank you

  • @caryconover
    @caryconover Рік тому

    Yes. Very easy fix. So glad this explained how to fix the problem

  • @reycargus
    @reycargus 2 роки тому

    Thank you, a Handymen wanted $300 to fix it, thanks to this video it’s working now for free

    • @lemoine5
      @lemoine5 2 роки тому

      $300!!? That’s insanity. And so wrong.😡 Glad you found this video before he could take advantage of you.

  • @AN-se7yo
    @AN-se7yo 2 роки тому

    Thank you! Your video helped us to fix the issue with our disposal and save money.

  • @kerrykirkwood2675
    @kerrykirkwood2675 2 роки тому

    This was extremely helpful! Thank you!