Is Your Garbage Disposal Leaking? Advice from Rescue Rooter

Erin M • January 4, 2023

Your Brantford garbage disposal may be acting up and it could be leaking. 

Leaks can occur from the top, the bottom or from the side.

 

If the leak is from the top, there is an issue with the sink flange. The flange is a ring that connects the disposal to the sink. It’s basically the bracket that mounts the disposal to the sink. It could be loose, so tighten the bolts and apply plumber’s putty. This quick repair will have your garbage disposal back to running efficiently.

Should the leak be from the bottom, it’s probably because there is an internal seal that has worn out. Your Brantford plumber at A Rescue Rooter can diagnose this and repair the seal if necessary. Just know that residential garbage disposals last about ten years.


A leak from the side is because the drain lines are loose. To fix your garbage disposal that is leaking from the side, tighten the screws attached to the metal clamps or replace the rubber gasket. Better yet…call your Brantford plumbers at A Rescue Rooter!


If you can’t figure out where the leak is originating, run cold water with food colouring down the drain. There are common places in the garbage disposal system that leak that your residential plumbers will also check. They will check the sink flange, the hose that connects the dishwasher to the garbage disposal and the hoses that discharges waste. If you can, disconnect the power to the disposal until your Brantford plumbers at A Rescue Rooter can look at it for you. Before leaks happen be sure to use it properly and stay on top maintaining the system.


To prevent leaks in the future, keep following in mind:


·        When running the disposal, use cold water

·        Only dispose of soft foods

·        Inspect the unit for cracks and make sure bolts are secure

 

A Rescue Rooter are the residential plumbers in Brantford to call when your garbage disposal has a stubborn leak. Their team will have your garbage disposal leak repaired quickly and efficiently because their Brantford plumbers are fully trained and carry the right equipment in their trucks. Although you can take care of some of the leaks with your garage disposal, A Rescue Rooter’s team can repair all issues with your residential garbage disposal. For your peace of mind, they will come to your side anytime and any day and not charge you a premium rate.


In Brantford, call your local plumbers at A Rescue Rooter at (519) 758-1214! Keep in mind there is never a premium rate for your emergency!

 

 

 

 

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