Our technician replaced an old kitchen garbage disposal with a new InSinkErator 1/2 HP unit that we supplied, and repaired the kitchen drain, as part of a day of kitchen plumbing work for a homeowner in Bethesda.
The problem
The homeowner wanted the old kitchen garbage disposal replaced, and the kitchen drain needed repair.
What our technician found
A disposal sits right on the sink drain, so replacing one is a good time to fix the drain connections nearby. A disposal that leaks, hums without turning, or keeps tripping its reset button is usually at the end of its life.
What we did
- Removed the old garbage disposal from under the kitchen sink.
- Supplied and installed a new InSinkErator 1/2 HP disposal.
- Repaired the kitchen drain.
Parts used
- Garbage disposal (InSinkErator, 1/2 HP)
- Kitchen drain repair materials
The result
The disposal and kitchen drain work was finished the same day, and the homeowner reported everything was working well so far.
Tips for Bethesda homeowners
- Run cold water while the disposal is on and for a few seconds after, to carry food waste down the drain.
- Keep grease, fibrous peels, coffee grounds and eggshells out of the disposal. They are common causes of kitchen drain clogs.
- If your disposal hums but won't spin, turn off its power before you check for a jam. Never put your hand inside.
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