Plumbing Double Sink Garbage Disposal

Installing a garbage disposal in a double sink is not a difficult task, but it does require some basic plumbing skills. If you are not comfortable working with plumbing, it is best to call a plumber.

Here are the steps on how to plumb a double sink garbage disposal:

1. Gather your materials

You will need the following materials to install a double sink garbage disposal: - Garbage disposal - Mounting bracket - Sink flange - Tailpiece - Drainpipe - P-trap - Slip nuts - Teflon tape - Plumber's putty

2. Remove the old garbage disposal

If there is an existing garbage disposal, you will need to remove it before you can install the new one. To do this, turn off the water supply to the sink and disconnect the drainpipe from the garbage disposal. Then, unscrew the mounting bracket and remove the garbage disposal from the sink.

3. Install the mounting bracket

The mounting bracket is what will hold the garbage disposal in place. To install the mounting bracket, place it on the underside of the sink and mark the holes for the screws. Then, drill the holes and screw the mounting bracket into place.

4. Install the sink flange

The sink flange is what will seal the hole in the sink around the garbage disposal. To install the sink flange, place it on the hole in the sink and mark the holes for the screws. Then, drill the holes and screw the sink flange into place.

5. Install the tailpiece

The tailpiece is what will connect the garbage disposal to the drainpipe. To install the tailpiece, place it on the garbage disposal and tighten the slip nuts.

6. Install the drainpipe

The drainpipe is what will carry the wastewater from the garbage disposal to the P-trap. To install the drainpipe, cut it to the desired length and connect it to the tailpiece.

7. Install the P-trap

The P-trap is what will prevent sewer gases from entering the sink. To install the P-trap, connect it to the drainpipe.

8. Connect the water supply

Once the garbage disposal is installed, you will need to connect the water supply. To do this, turn on the water supply to the sink and connect the water supply hose to the garbage disposal.

9. Test the garbage disposal

Once the garbage disposal is connected, you can test it by turning it on and running water through it. If the garbage disposal is working properly, it will grind up food waste and send it down the drain.

Troubleshooting

If you are having trouble installing a double sink garbage disposal, here are some troubleshooting tips: - Make sure that the garbage disposal is properly connected to the power supply. - Make sure that the water supply to the sink is turned on. - Make sure that the drainpipe is not clogged. - Make sure that the P-trap is properly installed. - If the garbage disposal is still not working, you may need to replace it.