Plumbing Basics

Garbage Disposals

You will need piping as well as drains and fittings to connect to the disposal.

The easiest way to install a garbage disposal is to call an experienced plumber.

He has the training to do this type of work... and it will take them less time than you to install the unit, add the drain, piping, and have it running.

Homeowners always like to save money, but sometimes it costs more to fix something that was not done the right way in the first place.

• Repairing a garbage disposal is another job for the plumber. They can troubleshoot the problem and will more than likely have it fixed in very little time. In some cases, you might just need a new disposal. This depends upon the nature of the problem.
  
  
• Garbage disposals will also need to be hooked up to electrical power which is just another reason why a professional should be hired for the job. A professional plumber may have someone do the electrical work alongside him.
  

• One thing to remember, if you do need a garbage disposal repaired, you should always turn off the breaker that controls the power to the unit. Many people try to fix a unit without doing this and end up blowing the circuit breaker or frying the unit.
  

• A professional plumber is trained on all of the various safety aspects of plumbing and is the one person who can do the job without costing you more money. Garbage disposals are nice to have in the kitchen, but you need to use caution when doing any repairs or installation. If the electricity is not properly grounded, you could have serious complications.
  

It is always better to use the services of an experienced, local plumber.