In removing the old disposal, if too much torque is applied to the outlet pipe the pipe that it connects to beyond the wall could crack of come lose creating a leak that would allow black mold to grow.
Installing a trap, which is in between the outlet pipe and the pipe the other side of the wall, is a task that requires some knowledge about traps and where they should be placed in the outlet line.
Removing the garbage disposal is a difficult task for the novice because it does not fit like any other plumbing fixture. It is very heavy and cannot be removed without taking off the outlet pipe. There are a number of different seal rings and bolts that serve to keep the disposal in place and keep it from leaking.
Once the garbage disposal is down the sink rink lifts up and the plumber’s putty that is left under the ring must be completely removed. This ring cannot move while the mounting ring underneath the sink is being dismounted.
Now the fun part begins. The garbage disposal which is very heavy must be held in place while the attaching ring and bolts are tightened in place. It takes skill to keep the installation from leaking.
It would be advisable to consult with a plumber about the type of garbage disposal required by the homeowner based on the kind of usage. Disposal units have various rates of power measured in horsepower such as ¼ hp, ½ hp and ¾ hp. A plumber can recommend the best rate of horsepower for the usage the disposal will get.
One more good reason to hire a plumber is the homeowner has a person to call if a problem occurs. That is comforting rather than trying to figure out what went wrong on the homeowner’s part.
Installing a trap, which is in between the outlet pipe and the pipe the other side of the wall, is a task that requires some knowledge about traps and where they should be placed in the outlet line.
Removing the garbage disposal is a difficult task for the novice because it does not fit like any other plumbing fixture. It is very heavy and cannot be removed without taking off the outlet pipe. There are a number of different seal rings and bolts that serve to keep the disposal in place and keep it from leaking.
Once the garbage disposal is down the sink rink lifts up and the plumber’s putty that is left under the ring must be completely removed. This ring cannot move while the mounting ring underneath the sink is being dismounted.
Now the fun part begins. The garbage disposal which is very heavy must be held in place while the attaching ring and bolts are tightened in place. It takes skill to keep the installation from leaking.
It would be advisable to consult with a plumber about the type of garbage disposal required by the homeowner based on the kind of usage. Disposal units have various rates of power measured in horsepower such as ¼ hp, ½ hp and ¾ hp. A plumber can recommend the best rate of horsepower for the usage the disposal will get.
One more good reason to hire a plumber is the homeowner has a person to call if a problem occurs. That is comforting rather than trying to figure out what went wrong on the homeowner’s part.
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