With a trash disposal, you may quickly dispose of (selected) food waste into your sink. While it helps make kitchen cleanup easier, there is a chance that it will leak. Garbage disposals can leak for a variety of reasons, but here are the most prevalent causes of leaks and where they may originate.
THE TOP OF MY GARBAGE DISPOSAL IS LEAKING
A Loose Sink Flange is the most likely cause.
The portion that connects the trash disposal to the sink drain is known as the sink flange. Garbage disposals are usually attached to your sink using a flange and plumber’s putty. Leaks are prevalent here because the connection between the sink flange and the sink drain is not tight enough or has deteriorated over time. If you fear your connection is failing, follow these steps:
Examine the mounting bolts. The mounting bolts secure the flange to the drain. Check that they are securely attached.
Examine the plumber’s putty. If the plumber’s putty that holds your disposal in place has deteriorated, just unscrew the bolts, replace the plumber’s putty, and tighten the bolts again.
MY GARBAGE DISPOSAL IS OVERFLOWING FROM THE SIDE
Drain Line Connection is the most likely cause.
In many situations, the dishwasher drain line is linked to the garbage disposal. This drain line will discharge any surplus food and water from the dishwasher into the garbage disposal.
Examine the clamp. Screws and a rubber gasket on the inside connect your main drain line. If the metal clamp connecting your dishwasher to your trash disposal is loose, use a screwdriver to tighten it.
Examine the hose. Examine the hose connecting your dishwasher to your waste disposal for any cracks or hard, dried-out spots. If your dishwasher hose is damaged, repair it before running it again.
THE BOTTOM OF MY GARBAGE DISPOSAL IS LEAKING.
A blown internal seal is the most likely cause.
Your disposal may be worn out due to age and use, resulting in internal damage. If your trash disposal is leaking from the bottom (rather than dripping from a higher region), the reason is likely the garbage disposal itself. Internal seals might wear down over time, resulting in leaks and disposal failure.
Examine the garbage disposal’s body. Examine the unit’s body for any cracks or moist patches. If the disposal is fractured, the entire unit will most likely need to be replaced.
Examine the location of your garbage disposal for any changes. Garbage disposals dwell beneath the sink, among the majority of your household’s cleaning materials. If the disposal was knocked or banged, it may have shifted out of position. Check that the disposal is sitting upright and, if necessary, correct it. After that, examine the seals and plumber’s putty and reseal if required.
Fixing a trash disposal leak isn’t usually a complex process that necessitates the services of a professional, but you do need to know where to look and how to proceed. You don’t have to worry about DIY remedies when your trash disposal or sink plumbing has to be repaired. It is also not essential to search the internet for how-to videos.
Just call J.O. Plumbing! We’ll evaluate your trash disposal and, if necessary, perform thorough repairs or replacement services. Call us at (03) 88997561 to learn more or to make an appointment.
