Never Hire Out This Kitchen Repair

[@cabinettalk8399]

You'd be surprised how many people jump right into a repair like this without checking the obvious things like jamming or the breaker. Even though we don't do plumbing we've had a number of service calls for small things that can be done in minutes with no repair or trade knowledge required. That said we also get a lot of calls about replacing water damaged sink bases from improperly installed disposals so thank you for posting this! 🙏

[@mattsanchez4893]

I’ve done this several times for friends, luckily saved them a ton of money and it’s a good “yeah, I did that “ project!

[@wafflexboy]

When doing work on plumbing like that I always grab a flashlight to shine through the back side of the pipe. That way you can watch the P trap fill up, or any bubles that form from leaks!

[@Fixthisbuildthat]

Great tip!

[@ericdgood]

Sponsored by Home Depot because this is a simple project that always takes at least 3 trips to the store.

[@Fixthisbuildthat]

Plumbing is a mandatory 3 trips

[@carlostorresvo]

Easy! I usually buy extra couplings of different sizes and shapes to avoid having to make multiple trips to the hardware store. Once my project is done all I have to do is return everything I didn't use in multiple trips because I always forget to return something... Oh wait!

[@simonspeksnijder4455]

Come on! It isn't Ikea

[@aerialrescuesolutions3277]

That's funny

[@javiervigil2511]

😂🤣😂🤣

[@koz4christ]

Nice trick with the bag! I use an oil drain pan to catch my p trap water

[@Greech-Grimwater]

Hey Brad, thanks for the video. So most dishwasher drain pipes require a high-loop (basically loop the hose behind the disposal to be higher than the sink). This helps to prevent backwash from the disposal back into the dishwasher drain hose.

[@GarrettCrosgrove]

Some dishwashers have it built in to the back of the dishwasher, but yes at some point the dishwasher drain pipe should be higher than the dishwasher drain port.

[@LutherBuilds]

@@GarrettCrosgrove Yeah I noticed this on the back of our new dishwasher when I installed ours so there was no need to loop it up higher under the sink.

[@javiervigil2511]

An air gap should be installed to prevent the sink from backing up into the dishwasher, regardless because the loop is still below the waterline in the sink. I've come in contact with a sink backing up into the dishwasher, even with the loop, usually around the holidays 😁.

[@OneWildTurkey]

@@javiervigil2511 I've suffered with those air gaps for a long time but just haven't taken the time to remove them. Yet. I've never had the sink back up in the DW, but the DW line would get plugged and back up on the countertop while the sink was still draining just fine. It hasn't happened as much since we changed the brand of DW soap, but I'm waiting to see if it's gonna happen again.

[@javiervigil2511]

@OneWildTurkey I understand that I'm having that same problem but the reason mine isn't working correctly is because the line from the air gap to the disposal is to long. I have to get the hose that can be cut, the kits home Depot and Lowe's sell are not great.

[@LutherBuilds]

Excellent video, Brad. I've been loving your home renovation, bathroom and kitchen projects. Another thing to look out for is if your disposal is vibrating, one of the teeth in it could be stuck. Sometimes a small piece of metal or even a bone can get lodged under the teeth and cause the disposal to be out of balance. This happened to ours a few months ago and I had to take a flat head screwdriver to free it up. The teeth on ours spin on their own and are attached with a single screw. I'm not quite sure how I figured this out. It acted like there was something stuck in the disposal causing the vibration.

[@mattelias721]

100% agree with you - this has happened to me, too. Nothing better than sticking a flat-tip screwdriver down into your disposal and 'jiggling it around' - trip the breaker. I'd also add that it's a sign you're heading toward a replacement in the future - at least it was for me.

[@bigd3104]

Have carried (at least) one of those offset wrenches in my tool pouch for over 30 years. Invaluable tool to have on service calls. Wish they all had that. A real PITA to unclog the ones that don't. And in my over 30 years of maintenance work, the #1 thing I've dug out of clogged disposals: aluminum soda can pop top tabs. Magnet is a good idea, but won't stop those. Why people take them off the cans is beyond me. But, it helps keeps me in business! LoL. Enjoy your videos!

[@LutherBuilds]

Haha. Our first Thanksgiving together, my wife innocently made the mistake of putting pumpkin peel down the sink with a disposal in our first apartment. That's when I discovered the allen key screw on the bottom of the disposal. This was before Google too, so I don't know how I figured it out.

[@dmangTV]

where was this video 7 years ago!? i fumbled through replacing mine with a chonky (but very quiet!) insinkerator (evolution select something, no clue on hp, probably whatever was available at the home despot that day) after coming back from vacation to a dead disposal. did not know about the reset switch on the side or manually moving it with a hex key. might have saved some money back then but the old one sounded like it was grinding its bearing(s?) every time i used it so it was time for a replacement anyways

[@GongaDuck]

Great tips, and I would add that it's rather inexpensive to purchase a new under sink pipe kit to go with the disposal install. I would just replace it all in case there's a grease build-up in the piping. It's just a great inexpensive preventative measure since you're already in there doing work.

[@altf113]

Just fixed my garbage disposal, crazy timing on this video. Thank you!

[@340polaris]

Get the knipex pipe cutter for that brittle pipe , works awesome

[@28Cryptic743]

I really appreciate it when you show people what not to do in a DIY as it helps us to not make those mistakes, and also proves that even we can do it as we are sure to make mistakes as well and that shouldn't be why we shouldn't try. I know I am like that, I know that I am sure to make at least one mistake in any of my DIYs

[@KE5ZZO]

On test out fill both sides of sink with water to top pull stopper on disposal while holding hand on top of non disposal side stopper then turn on disposal to see if no leaks under the pressure of water being pushed through drain …. Also great way to initially tackle a clogged sink

[@simonspeksnijder4455]

Very interesting, thank you for sharing. I've one question though: why should a diswasher dispose into the garbage disposal? Why not directly to the sewer pipe itself?

[@mattelias721]

Because it ensures that food chunks from the dishwasher that make it past the filter get ground eventually. Also, running hot, soapy water thru a disposal is a good thing... it basically human-proofs things.

[@Cdshakes]

May i recommend the "focus lock" feature on your cell phone's camera? Every time you set up a shot, you can lock the focus. This way if the focus is on the disposer itself, every time your hand comes into frame, the camera doesn't refocus on the moving object (your hand). I see this so often with KZbin channels.

[@ME-BlueSilver]

Be sure your power switch is off before inserting the hex wrench to try to unjamb

[@loyddelcore158]

Thank you for this video. I've done this replacement myself and appreciate your thorough explanation of this task. Anyone needing to do this would benefit greatly from this video.👍

[@nathannoto8162]

I literally shouted at my screen “Don’t use the ratcheting pex cutter!!!” 😂😂 and now we all know why 👍🏻😂

[@BiggMo]

4:38 I recently bought the American standard from costco… what a beast and very very powerful.

[@mattelias721]

Brad, I'd agree that disposal swaps are doable... but still daunting. Thanks for noting the hex key check - that is a thing, and they're usually 1/4" hex. While that will sometimes fix your unit, it can also be a sign you're coming up on replacement. Here's a semi-useful suggestion: I saw a dude use an old scissor-style car jack to raise the disposal rather than manhandle 50lbs up to the collar. Your milage may vary depending on your sink configuration, but you could also use wood wedges under a board. Some of us have worn out our shoulders.

[@That_Stealth_Guy]

Great job on showing how relatively simple replacement of an existing disposal can be for a home owner with moderate mechanical skills. Far too many home owners have been ripped off by plumbers on this very simple task. A short safety message though. You should never store any product containing bleach near ammonia. If they accidently mix, due to spillage or leaking containers, the resulting cloramine gas can cause the following Respiratory problems, including coughing, wheezing, and shortness of breath Eye, nose, and throat irritation Skin irritation and burns Headaches and dizziness. In severe cases, chloramine gas exposure can lead to life-threatening respiratory failure. Best practice is to store them widely separated from one another.

[@williamellis8993]

When you mentioned at the beginning about something important to not miss, I knew immediately that you were talking about that plug for the dishwasher drain. Bill

[@AvocationNation]

This is very timely. Thank you!

[@olachus]

The funny thing is that I've just done this job in my own kitchen last week. But it only took me 2 trips to HD. No leaks, no problems!

[@lmiller1413]

That was well done! Thank you!

[@MCsCreations]

Pretty nice work, Brad! 😊 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@KurtOmodt]

Plumbers putty is an inferior product. It will eventually harden and crack and allow some moisture into the putty. I've had to cut out drains that were rusty and frozen. I always use clear silicone, especially on stainless steel sinks. An easy way to clean the squeeze out is to use a spray bottle with alcohol. Spray it down good and wipe it clean. The silicone doesn't have to cure, and the sink can be used right away. When testing the drains, always plug the bowls and fill them up. The weight of the water will show leaks that just running the faucet may not. I do like the bag trick. Good thinking.

[@EricSkogen]

Also check the outlet itself , I had one that the outlet went bad . The disposal was still able to be used.

[@GarrettCrosgrove]

I installed the same one a few weeks ago for a rental unit. I totally forgot to knock out the dishwasher plug and had to go back the next day to fix my mistake. Thankfully the tenant saw that the dishwasher didn't drain properly and only ran a single cycle and didn't flood the kitchen.

[@JohnLafitte]

It must be garbage disposal season cause this is the 3rd video in a week I've seen on this subject.

[@SaltCreekFarmstead]

7:30 my husband does Appliance Repair. We’re field so many calls for “my dishwasher isn’t draining!” The first question he asks is if they recently replaced their disposal. People forget that knockout all.the.time.

[@MattR759]

More videos like this!!!

[@mikecardinal7706]

Sponsored by Home Depot, but brought to you by Brad’s own pipes! Look at those Brad Ridge Mountains strategically placed in those close ups. Workouts are definitely doing you good! Cheers!

[@barry7391]

What was the brand you removed and why did you replace it? I'm asking because I've seen thatimage of a butler but do not recall the manufacturer. Did it give up the ghost? Thanks!

[@mattkent655]

Any reason why you didn't put a gfci in for the plug? You're within 3' of a water source. Just curious co sidering the potential for water hitting it

[@alejandromagallanez193]

1:45 One last thing to check, and I don’t know if it’s code but I have one on mine, is it plugged into a GFCI outlet?

[@ColoradoTodd]

Tim the Tool Man would say you should get a 15 hp model so you can use it as a chipper/shredder.

[@LutherBuilds]

Haha! So it shoots the food out the back of the cabinet.

[@jasonblum8288]

where is the 14.69 inch height of this garbage disposer measured from? is it just the body of the unit or with the assembly from below the drain?

[@Dirtyharry70585]

If you have the: Tools Extra pipe/plumber putty Electrical knowledge Willing to do it. FYI Costco sells a 1.5 hp stainless/aluminum 1/2 as thick for under $100. Done 5 replacements for family and bought a spare for me $79 on sale.

[@Fixthisbuildthat]

This is as easy as it gets in DIY. If this is too much then you probably just want to pay the $200+ for the plumber Tools: a screwdriver, (and maybe $15 pvc saw) Pipe/putty: $10 Electric knowledge: unplug cord (if hardwired shut off breaker and remove/replace 3 wires)

[@Kotgarmash]

У любого мужика это обязательно должно быть. И не только это.

[@ChrisFredriksson]

I've always thought that this is cool, but apparently now when we've moved to a house - they are now illegal to install in Sweden.. So.. I will never use one I guess 😋 Great video anyhow! 😋

[@Kotgarmash]

Why illegall?

[@ChrisFredriksson]

@@Kotgarmash Apparently we're such a "green" country that food waste should be sorted specifically and used in the making of bio fuel, liquid gas and stuff like that. So the government gets our waste for "free", or well, we get to pay for them to pick it up.. And of course, when people want to use liquid gas in their cars, they get to pay for it, again 😂😋

[@vincebaker3384]

I was wondering why the ac outlet for the garbage disposal is not a gfi one

[@psychoticvenom]

Literally replaced my disposal today (motor burned out) -- and if I hadn't seen this video, I would've flooded my kitchen due to the plug still being in the dishwasher connection. Thank goodness for lucky youtube coincidences.

[@anthonyfreeman5858]

Was that a stainless steel spoon?

[@ftenacious]

I’m not completely incompetent but I’m least somewhat inept and I was able to swap one of these out about a month ago.

[@ftenacious]

(I honestly expected 200 comments already about the low dishwasher drain exit.)

[@StevenScott12153]

ALSO if you did buy a nice Garbage Disposal check out the warranty on the old unit I got sent a FREE one because I had a 10 year warranty from the manufacturer so much better than having to purchase one

[@truthreigns7]

Shouldn't that outlet be a GFCI?

[@texx07]

Idk the answer but shouldnt the outlet be gfci?

[@andrealavigne7824]

If a regular out is down the circuit from a GFCI outlet (so that it's connected to one), it's fine. Otherwise, I'd say yes, you're right.

[@KE5ZZO]

02:20 shouldn’t that outlet cover be metal. Not white interior cover that could snag an item and break

[@TylerAvakian]

Next thing you gotta change is that leaky faucet lol

[@TheChrisDaly]

Worth noting, the magnetic band wont catch non-ferrous items including stainless steel ... 🤔

[@RazaXML]

so basically this is a commercial

[@bascodelagamma]

👍

[@davidpatriot1082]

The saw works well rather then the ratchet cutter, but I didnt think of that, I ended up just using a razor blade, it worked decent

[@utahprepper8925]

Your wrench looks just like a pair of pliers! 7:35

[@matthewlydeen7041]

Thats an awfully big sandwich bag. How big are the sandwiches where you are?

[@doloresmiller6956]

❤❤❤

[@rudyrivera7426]

👌👍

[@sisepuede5612]

9:36. Why does “clean out your P-trap” sounds so inappropriate

[@rhkips]

Check with your local municipality prior to upgrading/installing a disposal. Many places have banned these, unfortunately. Great video, though! Forgetting the dishwasher knockout is definitely a thing. I remember waking up to a kitchen flood when I was a kid after my father installed a disposal! Great learning experience though. My father learned to read instructions, and I learned lots of neat new words I wasn't allowed to say! LOL

[@staceyward777]

A sandwich bag? You must eat some big sandwiches

[@Fixthisbuildthat]

😂 😂 Them 1 gallon sandwiches

[@staceyward777]

@@Fixthisbuildthat zactly. You crack me up Brad.

[@bryancampbell8942]

Great video. You should make sure to check your local codes, most dish washers require a high/low loop. Inspectors definitely look at that when selling a home

[@bigd3104]

Came here to say the same thing.

[@The_Bearded_Jay]

Why would a dishwasher run through a garbage disposal rather than just out through the p-trap, since the disposal isn't running when the dishwasher is? Asking for a friend.

[@StoneE4]

It helps to keep the disposal clean by running the hot, soapy dishwasher water through it.

[@IndianaGraphics]

Ha ha ha. You knocked out the white thing with adjustable pliers, not a wrench.

[@thomasbradley4868]

Your sink is leaking you need a new faucet!

[@dusty3913]

Replacing a garbage disposal does take under an hour, but it’s not easy unless you’re a contortionist or your under sink cabinet is four feet off the ground.

[@Porsche_Haus]

Tempt fate ... test her out with your wife's wedding ring 🤣🤣🤣

[@KE5ZZO]

Instructions ok. But hate for person to follow you step by step only to find out… after hang unit and do drains their model does not have the cord attached to the unit

[@ButtonCybill]

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