Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Garbage Disposal Replacement
Garbage Disposal Replacement guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Garbage Disposal Replacement? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Garbage Disposal Replacement work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Garbage Disposal Replacement work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Garbage Disposal Replacement labor cost? What are the important Garbage Disposal Replacement quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Garbage Disposal Replacement - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Garbage Disposal Replacement? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Garbage Disposal Replacement expect to pay between $79.88 to $133.13 for each garbage disposal. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Garbage Disposal Replacement work? | Design approval and permits from your local building department are not required for Garbage Disposal Replacement. If your home is subject to homeowner association (HOA) covenants, you should verify that your Garbage Disposal Replacement project complies with association guidelines. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Garbage Disposal Replacement work? | The appearance, functionality and useful life of the garbage disposal may be compromised by poor installation. Hire the service provider carefully and tie payment milestones to appropriate quality checks (use the list below). |
| Is Garbage Disposal Replacement something that I can do myself? | The typical Garbage Disposal Replacement project involves tasks that are best performed by experienced professionals. Good quality Garbage Disposal Replacement requires considerable experience, skill and attention to detail. Do it yourself mistakes are noticeable, may be difficulty to remedy and may actually reduce the market value of the project and your home. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Garbage Disposal Replacement work? | Normally, this work can be completed in 1 day. |
Garbage Disposal Replacement - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Garbage Disposal Replacement. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Garbage Disposal Replacement work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- The installed garbage disposal will operate at no less than 95% of manufacturers rated capacity
- The garbage disposal, its connections and fittings will be verified 100% leak-free under all operating conditions
- All garbage disposal operating methods and options work properly, at manufacturer's rated capacity
- The garbage disposal will be solidly attached and not slide, rock, twist or move when used
- The garbage disposal surface and surface finish will be free of surface defects, irregularities and any physical damage
Garbage Disposal Replacement - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Garbage Disposal Replacement. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the garbage disposal work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Review written list of work to be completed; review quality requirements and payment terms before work begins
- Confirm date (and time) for project start with subcontractor - one week and two days prior to project start
- Review site access, clean-up restrictions , work hours, bathroom use and other jobsite rules with all subcontractors and laborers before they begin work
- Prepare area for safe, efficient work; move items that restrict work access or are vulnerable to damage; cover and protect items that cannot be moved
- Remove existing garbage disposal (optional)
- Connect garbage disposal to drain / waste line in manner compliant with all local building codes
- Connect garbage disposal to electrical power using grounded receptacle or hardwired connection in closed junction box, as per manufacturer's instructions
- Collect and neatly organize in a single binder all product installation and maintenance documentation, receipts, and any rebate information
- Inspect Garbage Disposal Replacement and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Remove debris, dirt and dust from all work areas; unless otherwise agreed, all demolition debris and construction waste will be removed from the site within 24 hours
- Submit final payment; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
