Dispose of Problems with New Garbage Disposal Installation in Clearwater, FL
Garbage disposals are ideal for keeping drains free from clogs and reducing the amount of waste that ends up in your trash can. Whether you want to install a new garbage disposal or replace an existing one, you can count on The Punctual Plumbers!
What to Expect with Garbage Disposal Installation Clearwater, F
When you call Service Minds Benjamin Franklin Plumbing for a garbage disposal installation, you can expect exemplary service from start to finish.
Assistance Picking Your Disposal
The local Clearwater, FL plumbers at Service Minds Benjamin Franklin will help you pick the most appropriate type of disposal.
This includes:
- Deciding between a continuous feed or batch feed disposal.
- Measuring your sink to ensure that the garbage disposal you choose as a new installation or replacement matches the sink drain.
- Determining what additional installation measures you might need for unique features at your disposal.
Continuous Feed
Continuous feed is the most common garbage disposal installation we handle. This model can continually take input when it’s turned on, but it doesn’t stop until you turn it off.
With these, you can find additional features like:
- Splash guards
- Advanced grinding
- Auto-reverse functions
These additional features can not only prevent messes but also help you more efficiently control how hard your disposal is working based on what you are trying to get rid of and, in the event that something gets jammed, safely reverse that flow.
Batch Feed
Batch feeds don’t continuously grind but rather work in small batches. These are less common. However, they only turn on after you’ve put a stopper over the opening to the disposal. This means that there is less risk of injury, especially if you have children, because they can turn it on with the flip of a switch, but it still won’t activate.
Our team of local plumbers will help you pick the right type and ensure that the measurements are taken so that everything fits seamlessly during installation.
Garbage Disposal Installation
Once you have the disposal ready and we’ve taken the measurements, our Clearwater, FL, licensed plumbers will measure and plan the installation.
- We will start by clearing the sink area and preparing it for the disposal fitting.
- From there, we will prepare the electrical connections.
- Our team will safely install the drain attachments and mount the disposal under the sink.
- We will reconnect the outlet to the drain and install any additional features before tightening everything down.
- Finally, we will test the unit to make sure that everything is installed properly and dispose of your old garbage disposal if you have one.
Garbage Disposal Maintenance
After we have helped you with your successful garbage disposal installation in Clearwater, FL, we can help you schedule ongoing maintenance to make sure that your unit continues to run efficiently for years.
Our team will provide you with useful tips like:
- Always run hot water periodically to flush the system, especially when you are using it.
- Never try to dispose of coffee grounds, bones, fish skins, seeds, eggshells, or other fibrous foods.
- Intermittently blend ice cubes and citrus fruit without the peels to help with the smell.
- Never use bleach or drain cleaners down your disposal.
When you install a new garbage disposal, you make cooking and cleaning much easier by providing a way to get rid of food scraps, which can reduce landfill waste. Don’t wait to invest in a new kitchen appliance.
Call Service Minds Benjamin Franklin today to see why we have loyal customers and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Garbage Disposal Installation FAQs
If your sink has a standard drain hole, most garbage disposals can be installed in it, but we will measure the size of your sink and the garbage disposal you want prior to installation to make sure they match. We want to ensure that your sink design matches the garbage disposal you have chosen for a flawless installation process.
Clearwater, FL, garbage disposal installation can be extremely dangerous if installed incorrectly. Faulty installation can result in:
- Expensive jams
- Plumbing damage
- Leaks
- Electrical shorts
We do not recommend that you try to install a new garbage disposal yourself, even if you are replacing an existing model. Let our technical experts handle the job for you.
Most garbage disposals should be replaced every 10 years or so, but this depends on how long you have maintained it as well. At Service Minds Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, we can check on your garbage disposal function during annual plumbing inspections.
Regardless of how long you’ve had your garbage disposal, if it’s no longer working efficiently, leaking, or jamming regularly, it’s worth considering a replacement.
The cost of your installation is based on the model you have installed. The more powerful and efficient the engine, the more costly the model will be. The installation costs are based on things like:
- The number of hours it takes
- Fees for dishwasher drain connectors
- Additional installation features
At Service Minds Benjamin Franklin, we offer straightforward pricing and will let you know exactly how much you can expect your garbage disposal installation in Clearwater, FL, to cost.