Garbage Disposal Installation and Repair in Gilbert and Surrounding Areas
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Garbage Disposal Installation
Homeowners can quickly dispose of food waste with garbage disposals and keep their homes clean. Garbage disposals are conveniently located in the sink and make it easy to clean dirty plates without making multiple trips to the trash can. In addition, a significant benefit of garbage disposal is eliminating odors that can spread to the surrounding rooms.
Garbage disposal installation is not a DIY task for most homeowners. The process requires a professional hand as well as knowledge of local codes. Garbage disposal installation takes several steps: wiring the unit, inserting the drain flange, mounting the ring, attaching the disposal, connecting the outlets to the P-Trap, and testing it for leaks. A single wrong step in this process can cause damage to the disposal and add to the extra waste buildup.
Homeowners in Gilbert and the surrounding areas who wish to install a new garbage disposal or upgrade their old unit can count on Solace Plumbing. Our experts proceed to install garbage disposals using advanced tools, skills, and field experience.
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Garbage Disposal Repair in Gilbert and Surrounding Cities
Garbage disposals are a convenience that many homeowners appreciate in their kitchens. They improve the ease of cleaning and offer value to the property. However, although garbage disposals help prevent the worst of drain backups, they can’t prevent all drain clogs and are sometimes the reason for the slow or blocked drain.
Too often, users put things into their disposal that they should not, including stringy fruits, bones, and oils. These items can prevent the disposal from breaking the food up finely enough. As the debris moves through the line, it may fail to drain completely, ultimately causing a block.
Another reason drains clog even with a disposal is that users run hot water through the disposal. Doing so creates the need for more frequent repairs because oil from the food softens when it comes into contact with hot water and then hardens when it cools. The oil buildup eventually leads to clogged drains.
A leaky garbage disposal is yet another frequently encountered issue. Additional common problems include the disposal not turning on or processing food slowly. Stinky deposits may affect the functionality of the blades or motor when food gets stuck in the machine and eventually decomposes. On the other hand, the motor may be dead if the garbage disposal is unusually loud or doesn’t macerate food.
Professional plumbers from Solace Plumbing can inspect garbage disposal issues to help Gilbert homeowners prolong the life of their appliances and get the problem fixed quickly.
How to Pick a New Garbage Disposal - Factors to consider
Space
Garbage disposals are installed beneath the sink and are connected between the trap and the drain. Some septic system disposals may have a cartridge that helps break food waste down in the tank. Consider the space needed to fit the new appliance and determine if there’s enough room to fit the disposal, wiring, and cartridge.
Material
High-quality garbage disposals are made of stainless steel parts. This material lasts for a lifetime and will most likely outlive the motor. The plastic elements dry out or crack soon after the signs of wear and tear start showing. Finally, galvanized steel disposals tend to rust. Homeowners who often pour boiling water down the sink should consider stainless steel disposals.
Size
Garbage disposal size will depend on the horsepower, which in turn depends on how much cooking the family does. Typical garbage disposals range from 10 to 15 inches in height and 5 to 9 inches in width. They’re from 6 to 13 inches deep.
Features
In addition to motor size, other garbage disposal features worth considering include the brand, warranty, if the power cord is included, noise levels, and septic system enzymatic reservoir.
