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Is your garbage disposal making grating noises? Do the blades seem dull and rusted? It may be time for a cost-effective and affordable garbage disposal repair or replacement in Nashville.
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Your garbage disposal is the best kitchen cleaning helper you could ask for. However, over time you may need a garbage disposal repair or replacement. Due to the frequency of its usage, you may find leaks or blockages leading to the garbage disposal not working.
Garbage disposal leaking can stem from three possible reasons.
Garbage disposal leaking can stem from three possible reasons.
Loosened Top Seal
Most disposals are connected to the kitchen sink with the help of a flange or even plumber’s putty. With time, the seal tends to corrode and loosen. Plumber’s putty, in contrast, does not corrode but may harden and crack when coming into contact with a strong force.
You will want to reseal the connection of the garbage disposal to the kitchen sink. You can also opt for a water-based silicone caulk.If it is attached with a flange, you will need to replace this. These systems have plumbing components as well as electrical ones.
Garbage disposal repair costs vary depending on the extent of the damage sustained, to the type of disposal you own.
Typically, repair costs do not wander too high and if you have no prior experience, we recommend you call on one of our trustworthy technicians here at Covert Plumbing.
You will want to reseal the connection of the garbage disposal to the kitchen sink. You can also opt for a water-based silicone caulk.If it is attached with a flange, you will need to replace this. These systems have plumbing components as well as electrical ones.
Garbage disposal repair costs vary depending on the extent of the damage sustained, to the type of disposal you own.
Typically, repair costs do not wander too high and if you have no prior experience, we recommend you call on one of our trustworthy technicians here at Covert Plumbing.
Worn Out Bottom / Internal Seals
If you’ve noticed a discrepancy in the way your garbage disposal hums, thoroughly check for problematic areas. Bottom leaks indicate a bigger problem is at hand than what is visible to the eye.
Once your garbage disposal begins leaking; its life is pretty much over. Bottom leaks stem from the internal workings of your garbage disposal.
Once internal seals begin to wear off, you will need to replace your garbage disposal. You can opt for the more common, continuous feed design or batch feed garbage disposals.
Once your garbage disposal begins leaking; its life is pretty much over. Bottom leaks stem from the internal workings of your garbage disposal.
Once internal seals begin to wear off, you will need to replace your garbage disposal. You can opt for the more common, continuous feed design or batch feed garbage disposals.
Garbage Disposal Replacement Decisions
Continuous Feed Garbage Disposal
These are usually installed for residential use and allow for the efficient disposal of waste as long as it is plugged in. This type of disposal system will set you back around $170 – $200 and is considered highly effective due to its ability to deal with large amounts of waste without taking too much time.
However, the continuous feed design needs water to keep disposing and does not feature a cap or cover for the disposal’s entrance. This can cause you to lose silverware, bottle-caps, rings, and even fingers, between the strong blades’ embrace!
Batch Feed Garbage Disposal
In this disposal system, instead of a continuous stream of disposing efficiency (which ends up utilizing a lot of water!), the waste is dealt with in batches. The placement of a special cover activates the disposal and allows for increased safety.
However, due to the batch system, the disposal only works when it is switched on and thus cannot be used during clean up. These are not recommended for households with a large number of people and waste.
Comparatively, batch disposal systems are safer and save on utilities such as water and electricity. Due to the nature of the batch system, bacteria is more likely to exist in your kitchen.
These are usually installed for residential use and allow for the efficient disposal of waste as long as it is plugged in. This type of disposal system will set you back around $170 – $200 and is considered highly effective due to its ability to deal with large amounts of waste without taking too much time.
However, the continuous feed design needs water to keep disposing and does not feature a cap or cover for the disposal’s entrance. This can cause you to lose silverware, bottle-caps, rings, and even fingers, between the strong blades’ embrace!
Batch Feed Garbage Disposal
In this disposal system, instead of a continuous stream of disposing efficiency (which ends up utilizing a lot of water!), the waste is dealt with in batches. The placement of a special cover activates the disposal and allows for increased safety.
However, due to the batch system, the disposal only works when it is switched on and thus cannot be used during clean up. These are not recommended for households with a large number of people and waste.
Comparatively, batch disposal systems are safer and save on utilities such as water and electricity. Due to the nature of the batch system, bacteria is more likely to exist in your kitchen.
Garbage Disposal Still Not Working?
One of the integral components of your disposal’s efficiency is the quality and condition of its blades. These are used to grind the waste into smaller disposable pieces. If your disposal’s blades are showing signs of rust or seem to be dull, you may want to address this.
Garbage disposal troubleshooting is not a complex process. You must simply identify the existing problem by following a few steps.
If your disposal has ceased to work all of a sudden, check out its overload protection. This is a red button that can be found at the bottom of the disposal.
In circumstances of overload or blockages, this button trips itself, to avoid damages or a burnt out motor, effectively stopping further function until the garbage disposal reset button is pressed.
Newer garbage disposals make use of smart technologies that can detect blockages and will automatically override the current disposal function, reversing the direction of the blades.
How To Fix a Clog
Newer garbage disposals make use of smart technologies that can detect blockages and automatically override the current disposal function, reversing the direction of the blades.
If you’ve detected a block in your disposal, you can follow the steps below to get it out:
Overtime, grease and food particles may buildup in your disposal’s drain. Household items can be used to combat this; cleaning with bleach is not advised as the chemicals may weaken the pipes over time.
What If Your Garbage Disposal is Leaking From the Sides?
When the garbage disposal is leaking from the sides, instead of the top or bottom, consider it a drainage issue. Areas where the drain lines are connected to the garbage disposal tend to get loose after a while.
If you take a look, your garbage disposal leaking can occur due to two separate pipe connections; a smaller pipe which leads to the disposal and a larger one that connects your disposal’s output to the sewers.
A simple retightening or resealing with the help of a garbage disposal wrench should fix the leak. If not, you may need some professional help.
Garbage disposal troubleshooting is not a complex process. You must simply identify the existing problem by following a few steps.
If your disposal has ceased to work all of a sudden, check out its overload protection. This is a red button that can be found at the bottom of the disposal.
In circumstances of overload or blockages, this button trips itself, to avoid damages or a burnt out motor, effectively stopping further function until the garbage disposal reset button is pressed.
Newer garbage disposals make use of smart technologies that can detect blockages and will automatically override the current disposal function, reversing the direction of the blades.
How To Fix a Clog
Newer garbage disposals make use of smart technologies that can detect blockages and automatically override the current disposal function, reversing the direction of the blades.
If you’ve detected a block in your disposal, you can follow the steps below to get it out:
- Turn the garbage disposal off, and unplug it
- Look at the bottom of the garbage disposal motor, you should find a six-sided hole
- Position a hex or an Allen wrench inside it firmly, adjust the width if need be
- Begin to slowly move the wrench back and forth to find the block
- Keep wiggling your wrench to dislodge the clog
Overtime, grease and food particles may buildup in your disposal’s drain. Household items can be used to combat this; cleaning with bleach is not advised as the chemicals may weaken the pipes over time.
- Pour one tablespoon of baking soda into your garbage disposal drain
- Follow that with three-quarters of a cup of vinegar
- Allow the reaction to completely finish; you should wait for at least five minutes
- Now pour boiling water on top of the baking soda and vinegar concoction. You can pour as much water as you like, as this will help flush the residue out of the garbage disposal.
What If Your Garbage Disposal is Leaking From the Sides?
When the garbage disposal is leaking from the sides, instead of the top or bottom, consider it a drainage issue. Areas where the drain lines are connected to the garbage disposal tend to get loose after a while.
If you take a look, your garbage disposal leaking can occur due to two separate pipe connections; a smaller pipe which leads to the disposal and a larger one that connects your disposal’s output to the sewers.
A simple retightening or resealing with the help of a garbage disposal wrench should fix the leak. If not, you may need some professional help.
Considerations for Replacements
Newer models of garbage disposals feature additional accessories that help tailor your garbage disposal to the needs of your house. When looking into a garbage disposal replacement, you can choose to upgrade your older version through various add-ons, such as:
Dishwasher Drain Connectors - These allow your dishwater and your garbage disposal to be connected. In terms of functionality and effectiveness, this offers a brilliant, low-cost solution to the added amount of water usage taken up by the garbage disposal and lowers the number of blockages in your dishwasher.
The installation of this connection will cost you anywhere from $9 to $15.
Baffles - This specific installation is for those who make use of the continuous feed garbage disposal. The baffle is a sort of lid or cover for the entrance of your drain. This helps reduce the danger posed by the sharp whirring blades while saving your personal items and garbage disposal (and fingers) from unnecessary wear and tear.
A Push Button System - Although a push button kit will cost you around $40; exclusive of installation costs, this handy add-on allows for convenient placement of the garbage disposals’ starter switch.
Dishwasher Drain Connectors - These allow your dishwater and your garbage disposal to be connected. In terms of functionality and effectiveness, this offers a brilliant, low-cost solution to the added amount of water usage taken up by the garbage disposal and lowers the number of blockages in your dishwasher.
The installation of this connection will cost you anywhere from $9 to $15.
Baffles - This specific installation is for those who make use of the continuous feed garbage disposal. The baffle is a sort of lid or cover for the entrance of your drain. This helps reduce the danger posed by the sharp whirring blades while saving your personal items and garbage disposal (and fingers) from unnecessary wear and tear.
A Push Button System - Although a push button kit will cost you around $40; exclusive of installation costs, this handy add-on allows for convenient placement of the garbage disposals’ starter switch.
Garbage Disposal Installation Costs
The installation of a garbage disposal can range from $70 – $380, depending on the type of services you employ and the kind of disposal you buy. Don’t lean towards a low-cost installation, as in plumbing, you generally get what you pay for.
Inexpensive garbage disposals tend to use more water, and break down faster. Additionally, a cheaper model will drive up costs in garbage disposal repair or replacement making the choice of a cheaper version redundant.
Expensive models are built with premium quality materials and are more resistant to the pressures of everyday use. A garbage disposal's hum is sufficient enough for a technician to analyze the underlying conditions of your system. These are also generally lighter in weight and tend to malfunction lesser than a cheaper disposal would.
On an average, a garbage disposal installation will cost you around $200, with the benefit of a manufacturer’s warranty. A normal installation does not need to be invasive and can be completed; from the initial planning phase to the last clean-up, in around 3 hours.
If you reside in the Nashville area, you’re in luck! Call Covert Plumbing for an effective garbage disposal repair or replacement. Our fair, up-front prices, coupled with our value added services make us the trustworthy technicians you can rely on.
Inexpensive garbage disposals tend to use more water, and break down faster. Additionally, a cheaper model will drive up costs in garbage disposal repair or replacement making the choice of a cheaper version redundant.
Expensive models are built with premium quality materials and are more resistant to the pressures of everyday use. A garbage disposal's hum is sufficient enough for a technician to analyze the underlying conditions of your system. These are also generally lighter in weight and tend to malfunction lesser than a cheaper disposal would.
On an average, a garbage disposal installation will cost you around $200, with the benefit of a manufacturer’s warranty. A normal installation does not need to be invasive and can be completed; from the initial planning phase to the last clean-up, in around 3 hours.
If you reside in the Nashville area, you’re in luck! Call Covert Plumbing for an effective garbage disposal repair or replacement. Our fair, up-front prices, coupled with our value added services make us the trustworthy technicians you can rely on.
Are you in the Nashville area and need some professional help for your garbage disposal? Call Covert Plumbing today at (615) 887-4427 to learn more about different plumbing repair and installation options. Our friendly services paired with budget-friendly quotes make us the best choice at assisting you with your needs.