Q.The side if the sink by the garbage disposal is draining slow. Will it ruin my garbage disposal unit if i put some Drano into that side of the sink? the house is only 5 years old, and i have tried putting egg shells, small bones, and ice down it to break it loose. That was reccomended by a garbage disposal repairman, but it didn't work. any suggestions would be great. Also I really don't feel like taking it all apart, or hiring a plumber. thanks
there is nothing wrong with the disposal unit. the sink on that side is draining slow.
A.Sorry, but you are either going to have to take it appart or call someone to do it.
1.00Exactly what tools are needed to install a garbage disposal?
Q.I have never installed a garbage disposal, the plumber said it would take him about 20 minutes to do it, so i figure with my in experience it might take me 2 hrs. what exact tools will i need to do this job? I think i may need some large adjustable pliers. or channell locks which i will have to go purchase.
A.Rather than read all the replies, just type in, "How to Install a Garbage Disposal" and you'll get several tutorials to follow and even a video or two.
1.00Garbage disposal?
Q.Is it hard to install a new garbage disposal? plumber wanted to charge me over $100.00 to install? it is apparently frozen up, house was vacant for over a year
A.NOPE ...JUST UNHOOK POWER DISCONNECT PIPE AND THEN UNHOOK DISPOSAL AND INSTALL REVERSE ORDER 15 MINUTE PROJECT....FIRST TRY A DISPOSAL WRENCH OR ALLEN WRENCH ON THE BOTTOM OF THE DISPOSAL FIRST UNPLUG POWER CORD THEN TRY TO TURN DISPOSAL MAKE TAKE SOME FORCE WORK SOME WATER IN THERE
1.00My garbage disposal blows eveything back up into the ajoined sink when I first turn it on. How can I fix it?
Q.The drain appears to work fine. It just seems that when I first turn on the garbage disposal it sends a gyser up through the other sink drain. I have checked to see that the plumbing is done right as well, though I don't see any problems there.
A.The drain needs cleaning and you can do it without removing any piping. Heat up some water and carefully pour it down the drain without the disposal after you have also poured down 1 cup of white vinegar and 1/2 cup of baking soda. Link us @ Homelinepros.com.
1.00Can I put DranO (or similar) in a Garbage Disposal drain?
Q.The garbage disposal side of my kitchen sink is not draining. Is it ok to pour a clog-clearing product like Drano in it?
Or is there some garbage disposal safe product I can use?
I just don't want to have to call a plumber if all it is is a clog.
A.I wouldn't put Draino down it. Start by filling your garbage disposal side of the sink with a few inches of water. Then turn the disposal on and see if it will flush itself out. You might try this several times. You can then try a plunger. If that doesn't work you should remove the drain pipe that goes from the disposal to where it joins the drain of the other sink - it is probably plugged up. Get a bucket under there ahead of time. You can clean that out by pushing everything through with a screwdriver or something. Reassemble everything and try it again. See here for some disassembly instructions: http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=howTo&p=Improve/garbdispo.html
1.00How much should it cost for a plumber to replace a garbage disposal?
Q.I had an old 1/2hp garbage disposal that died, so I went out and bought another one for $199. It's a 3/4hp one. The plumber is installing it now for $250.00. He says that this one is bigger and so some of the plubming needs to be adjusted. Still seems to high. It is what it is, but I'm wondering if I being ripped off :)
Thanks.
A.I been a plumber for a long time over 30year. i have never change a person that kind of a placeto put a garbage disposal in, for a hour of work. the most is150 to do the job. all you got is take the line off remove the elec. and drpe the pump. then put the new one on hook-up. they see you coming .
1.00How long does it take a new garbage disposal to rust? after 6 months it broke and is rusty. was I duped?
Q.On May 10 I had what was supposed to be a brand new Whirlaway 984 garbage disposal installed by a professional plumber. It has a 10 year warranty. After 6 months a piece broke off and it doesn't work anymore. The piece is very rusty. Does new equipment like this rust that fast? My concern is this: Was an "old/used" garbage disposal installed and I paid for a new one? This would be consumer fraud, if that is the case. Or is it common for garbage disposal parts to rust that fast?
A.Did you actually see the new disposal and then see it put in. I installed about a thousand of these and know of people in the business that would take an old one out and put it in a rental unit. A new one was put in a house for sale.
Or, ask the plumber back, show him what you found, if you have a ten year warranty, get another one. Keep the B.B.B. on the line though.
1.00Drain cleaner that is safe to use on a kitchen sink with garbage disposal?
Q.I'd use the key to the garbage disposal but unfortunately the people that lived here before me either lost it or took it with them.
:(
A.A good plunger is Best and can double to free stuck disposals.
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A garbage disposal can offer several years of service with proper maintenance and care. Reduce the need for garbage disposal repairs by following these few simple steps. Never stuff the disposal more than its capacity. Avoid pouring grease, and shoving metal, glass or bones down the unit. While the unit is in motion, pour cold water down the unit -- hot water can melt grease, which can later harden to clog the unit. Never pour drain cleaners or household bleach down the unit, and run water through the unit before and after every use. If you do put something in your unit that doesn't belong there, use a pair of tongs to remove the object, not your hands. To keep foul food smells out the unit, cut up a few pieces of lemon rind and grind them into the unit. To clean your kitchen garbage disposal, run some ice cubes mixed with rock salt for about 5 seconds in your garbage disposer.
For simple garbage disposal repairs, first look for the source of the problem. For instance, if the unit doesn't run, look for the reset button, and press. If this doesn't work, make sure that your unit is receiving power. If your unit runs intermittently, there may be a problem with the garbage disposal switch or stopper. Replace these, and it should fix the garbage disposer. If you notice a garbage disposal leak, locate the source, or simply tighten the connection. If the garbage disposal makes a lot of noise, you may have shoved something that shouldn't have been there. Check for this, and if you don't find anything, get the blade, motor or impeller replaced by a garbage disposal plumber.
Installing a garbage disposal is a simple task, but does require more than basic plumbing and electrical skills. First, remove the waste trap and sink strainer, and install the sink flange and mounting ring. Tighten the triangular mounting ring using the three screws, and then connect the power cord. Mount the disposal by aligning with the three mounting ears of the mounting assembly. Finally, connect drain lines, and lock the unit in place. For professional help with installing a garbage disposal, garbage disposer replacement and repairs, rely on our trusted resource of the most reputed garbage disposal plumbers in Scottsdale.
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A garbage disposal can offer several years of service with proper maintenance and care. Reduce the need for garbage disposal repairs by following these few simple steps. Never stuff the disposal more than its capacity. Avoid pouring grease, and shoving metal, glass or bones down the unit. While the unit is in motion, pour cold water down the unit -- hot water can melt grease, which can later harden to clog the unit. Never pour drain cleaners or household bleach down the unit, and run water through the unit before and after every use. If you do put something in your unit that doesn't belong there, use a pair of tongs to remove the object, not your hands. To keep foul food smells out the unit, cut up a few pieces of lemon rind and grind them into the unit. To clean your kitchen garbage disposal, run some ice cubes mixed with rock salt for about 5 seconds in your garbage disposer.
For simple garbage disposal repairs, first look for the source of the problem. For instance, if the unit doesn't run, look for the reset button, and press. If this doesn't work, make sure that your unit is receiving power. If your unit runs intermittently, there may be a problem with the garbage disposal switch or stopper. Replace these, and it should fix the garbage disposer. If you notice a garbage disposal leak, locate the source, or simply tighten the connection. If the garbage disposal makes a lot of noise, you may have shoved something that shouldn't have been there. Check for this, and if you don't find anything, get the blade, motor or impeller replaced by a garbage disposal plumber.