Many Thanks to you for such a detailed tutorial for a first timer like me! I discovered our disposal was leaking-What a mess! Being a single mom I didn't have the means to pay someone. I started watching videos, many to be exact but NONE were as helpful or informative as yours! My son's ages 15&12 assisted and we did it! No leaks. Perfect!So grateful I found your video!🙂
a pro tip, if you happen to be shopping for cabinets. the style that has a vertical between the cabinet doors is a complete PITA to do anything with. get the kind like Bill has, where the doors just meet in the middle. that way you don't have to fight with an obstruction between the doors. also, every plumber I've seen install a disposal has always filled the sink basin and pulled the drain plug as part of their leak check. just running water down the drain only checks the bottom of the pipe, and when you dump a sinkload of water, it completely fills the pipe.
Yes, the dividers between cabinet doors are a complete PITA when doing something like changing out a disposal. Agreed about filling the sink tub. Also, run the dishwasher, and look for leaks or problems. Thanks Ken!
Thanks for this video. Mine was leaking so I got lucky and found a Badger 5xl inskinkerator at lowes on surprise clearance for $28.00!! After watching your video it took me 15 minutes to install the new one. Thanks!
Thank you, Sparky Channel! Seeing the steps in your video is so much more helpful than just reading the printed instructions. I just installed my new disposal on my lunch break (and a little longer, don't tell my boss!). I am really thankful for your video. -Kate
Thank you for your detailed and insightful video-it was a tremendous help in installing my new garbage disposal. I also watched another one of your videos where you demonstrated how to install the power cord, which was equally helpful. I truly appreciate the work you do. Thanks a hundred times over!
This detailed tutorial and linked electrical wiring video were a life saver. Thank you for saving us 100s of dollars in plumbing costs !! I replaced Badger 1 with Badger 5XL with no need to change existing piping.
Thanks for this. I have installed garbage disposals overtime, but sometimes you forget. I watched another video that wasn’t as clear as yours. Then saw your video and at that point had everything done in five minutes. Thx
I just did this today with my 13 year old son helping. I’ve never done any plumbing work before, but this just saved me about $350 (the cheapest quote I received for replacing my disposal, not including the price of the unit). $100, 30 minutes of work and we’re done. Thank you!
I just did it today and I had watched about five videos b4 I did. It might have taken a little longer but I am pretty sure I got it right. So far…no leaks. I did not replace the sink flange as it was not leaking from the beginning. I did not want to make the job anymore more complicated. I had my neighbor check my work as he is uber handy and he approved.
Now I know why I waited close to 2 years to tackle this in my house! THANK YOU, Reusing parts that are still good? COOL, and saves time ! And that use of a car jack =exactly, why not ?!? Good to know the 2017 Tacoma truck jack that comes with the truck is good for home projects ! Only hiccup I had was my old Badger 5 unit , had a Jerry-rigged plug in connector to the wall-I was worried I was missing something from your video - But I was assured by a phone a friend , that the plug I had “matched up” with what you had , so all is good !
I just want to thank you so much for this video. And the video for the wiring the garbage disposal. I was able to change out everything myself. I'm quite proud of myself and I have you to thank for it.
I have not even tried yet but I know I can do it after seeing this amazing instructional video. Thanks sir. Now off to buy a new one. Mine is leaking at the bottom
Thanks for video. Just replaced mine and yes, fast. Did not realize I could use the old parts…not leaking so went for it. So far so good. Appreciate it.
Have been replacing so many food waste disposals for clients and never knew they are available with power cord attached. Need to look for those as it would surely save me some time. Yes, yes, I always check polarity when replacing the power cord... With regard to the mounting assembly, I always replace it to give clients the full value of a new disposal, but that's just me. Anyway, I always love it when my favorite electrician expert turns to plumbing! I am glad you are branching out! 🙂
The weird thing is that Home Depot charges $14 for an Insinkerator brand cord while Insinkerator only charges $10 extra for a corded disposal! And the cord is so nicely sealed. Good job on checking for polarity. Many people feel that since the hot and neutral wires are both black, it doesn't matter. But it matters a lot, so great job. I actually worked as a professional plumber for a while. Electrical is a much better trade IMO though. Keep up the great work Mark!
I did not like I had to replace power cord. Was going to use the same one but it wouldn’t come out so I bought a replacement cord. It is dumb that both wires were black though. You had to check the feel on the wire sheathing to get the polarity right. That is dumb. I got it right though after verifying 3 times.
You might want to add putting a weight or something on the sink flange up top to keep it from shuffling while installing/ removing (and you're keeping the old drain flange). It it moves, you risk breaking the waterproof seal.
YOU ABSOLUTE GENIUS, using a car jack. Thank you for that, and the close up of it going back on the mounting bracket. It’s too heavy for me to finagle while holding it, and I hadn’t thought abóut this problem, when I took it apart!! Brilliant!!
Fantastic video. My mom's disposal just started leaking and I used this to fix it. Highly disappointed that Home Depot doesn't carry the corded versions in store and only carries them online. But great video!
Good Video. It definitely helped me.relmove and reinstall my disposal. It had become very jammed due to a tiny screw. The unjam tool couldn't unjam it. Had to remove then get lots of leverage and a little help with a hammer prodding the unjam tool. Works like a champ now.
if you mean your house plumbing has no vent for the sink, you might look up Roger Wakefield, if you haven't found him already. he may have a video on installing an autovent under an existing sink.
Thanks George! It works for me because I know I'm not going to strain a muscle holding up the disposal with one hand and doing the hook-up with the other. I have a friend who holds the disposal up with his knee while he does the hook-up. He's quick on that install too. lol! To each his own, just get it hooked up. :)@@GeorgeVCohea-dw7ou
Hey sparky, how you been? I thought , well he's been so quiet did he fix all the homes in his area ? Ha ha nice video. I used a little trolly Jack for a 3/4 horse grinder once because those things weigh a ton .
Hi Gaurdducks! Trolley jacks are super useful. Yes, I spent a long time on a really big (and expensive) house renovation. It turned out great though. Great to hear from you!
@@SparkyChannel I know the feeling, a long time on a house. Been on those where you ask Your self how much lip stick can you put on a pig ? Get the wrecking ball already .
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I agree. The 1/3 hp and the 1/2 hp are a waste of money. I got the 3/4 hp with a 4 year warrantee. I'll be keeping that paperwork because I don't trust it. True, the stainless one's are quiet too.
I found this on Google: "Since garbage disposals are mostly metal, it is better to think salvage rather than the landfill. This process recycles a variety of items including copper, aluminum, steel and more. Find out where to take your old disposer check with Earth911 and check under “metals” for your local zip code."
TIP: the lower mounting ring is ONLY held on by the rubber drain baffle! Nowhere in the instructions nor anywhere else is this information. I had to call support (and felt like an idiot when she told me how it’s held on).
That’s great, but! My problem is that the metal ring that sits on top of the garbage disposal unit, is not fixed to the garbage disposal unit, it just comes off. So how do you attach that top ring onto the garbage disposal unit, before you attach the garbage disposal unit onto the bracket that’s attached to the sink? I’ve watched about 10 installation videos and not one single person explains how to do that. If I tried to attach the garbage disposal unit with the ring the way it is now, the unit would just fall off, because that ring is not holding it up. You guys, you all try to make it look so easy, but you don’t give us every single step of the way and you don’t explain the potential problems you could have, and how to fix them. Not even the official insinkerator installation video shows us what to do if the ring is not attached to the unit itself. You’re all driving me flipping nuts.
Big Clive recently made a video about his worst shock, and I think this is an important topic that frequently gets overlooked. ua-cam.com/video/Q2jGK4iuPnQ/v-deo.html Would you be willing to share your own story on such a topic?
@@kenbrown2808 The only time I have been shocked was not a working incident; although, it involved moving and rearranging. It happened by unplugging an antique piece that most definitely needed to be rewired. After a few moments, I opted to leave it where it was and not plug it back in at all. I was too embarrassed to say anything at the time but would not be, if it were to happen these days. Safety standards have come a long way!
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Many Thanks to you for such a detailed tutorial for a first timer like me! I discovered our disposal was leaking-What a mess! Being a single mom I didn't have the means to pay someone. I started watching videos, many to be exact but NONE were as helpful or informative as yours! My son's ages 15&12 assisted and we did it! No leaks. Perfect!So grateful I found your video!🙂
I’m in the same boat as you are Laura and I agree, great tutorial with step by step instructions! Thanks so much!
Glad to be of help!
a pro tip, if you happen to be shopping for cabinets. the style that has a vertical between the cabinet doors is a complete PITA to do anything with. get the kind like Bill has, where the doors just meet in the middle. that way you don't have to fight with an obstruction between the doors. also, every plumber I've seen install a disposal has always filled the sink basin and pulled the drain plug as part of their leak check. just running water down the drain only checks the bottom of the pipe, and when you dump a sinkload of water, it completely fills the pipe.
Yes, the dividers between cabinet doors are a complete PITA when doing something like changing out a disposal. Agreed about filling the sink tub. Also, run the dishwasher, and look for leaks or problems. Thanks Ken!
I'm a new homeowner who had to do this today. Sir, thank you so much for helping me with this. I hope you know you're very much appreciated.
Thanks so much!
Thank you! This video is exactly what I needed, and I felt like my grandfather was here teaching me.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for your kindness to make this video
My pleasure, thanks!
Absolutely amazing self help video. If all self help videos were like this, we would be very happy campers.
Thank you sir.. 😎
My pleasure, thanks!
Thanks for this video. Mine was leaking so I got lucky and found a Badger 5xl inskinkerator at lowes on surprise clearance for $28.00!! After watching your video it took me 15 minutes to install the new one. Thanks!
$28! Wow!
Thank you, Sparky Channel! Seeing the steps in your video is so much more helpful than just reading the printed instructions. I just installed my new disposal on my lunch break (and a little longer, don't tell my boss!). I am really thankful for your video. -Kate
Way to go! You are very welcome!
Thank you for your detailed and insightful video-it was a tremendous help in installing my new garbage disposal. I also watched another one of your videos where you demonstrated how to install the power cord, which was equally helpful. I truly appreciate the work you do. Thanks a hundred times over!
Great to hear! Best wishes with all your projects!
This detailed tutorial and linked electrical wiring video were a life saver. Thank you for saving us 100s of dollars in plumbing costs !! I replaced Badger 1 with Badger 5XL with no need to change existing piping.
Great job!
Thanks for this. I have installed garbage disposals overtime, but sometimes you forget. I watched another video that wasn’t as clear as yours. Then saw your video and at that point had everything done in five minutes. Thx
Great job!
Thank you! One of the best DIY videos ever! I took me 30 minutes to install.
Thanks so much!
I just did this today with my 13 year old son helping. I’ve never done any plumbing work before, but this just saved me about $350 (the cheapest quote I received for replacing my disposal, not including the price of the unit). $100, 30 minutes of work and we’re done. Thank you!
That's so great to hear. Great job Mark!
I just did it today and I had watched about five videos b4 I did. It might have taken a little longer but I am pretty sure I got it right. So far…no leaks. I did not replace the sink flange as it was not leaking from the beginning. I did not want to make the job anymore more complicated. I had my neighbor check my work as he is uber handy and he approved.
Thanks my friend for that instructional install, and its ALLWAYS helpful !👍🙏
Sounds great!
Now I know why I waited close to 2 years to tackle this in my house! THANK YOU,
Reusing parts that are still good? COOL, and saves time !
And that use of a car jack =exactly, why not ?!?
Good to know the 2017 Tacoma truck jack that comes with the truck is good for home projects !
Only hiccup I had was my old Badger 5 unit , had a Jerry-rigged plug in connector to the wall-I was worried I was missing something from your video -
But I was assured by a phone a friend , that the plug I had “matched up” with what you had , so all is good !
See: How to Wire a Garbage Disposal (Including Polarity Check for the Wires): ua-cam.com/video/qJ59vCe6a04/v-deo.html
Sounds great! You can do it!
Great closeups of how to attach! Really helped!
Great to hear. I thought it would be a good idea to go outside and do that close-up before the actual install.
I just want to thank you so much for this video. And the video for the wiring the garbage disposal. I was able to change out everything myself. I'm quite proud of myself and I have you to thank for it.
Great idea to watch my wiring video. People make many dangerous mistakes with that. Thanks!
The use of a bottle jack is a great idea. It can really help in preventing you from bending the lock ring and creating a leak.
That works for me! :)
Followed your instructions today and all Worked out well. You ‘re the definition of a L E G E N D !
Great job! Thanks so much!
Thank you for the video! Just did this today, and everything worked with no leaks first try. Car jack trick helped a ton.
Great job!
I have not even tried yet but I know I can do it after seeing this amazing instructional video. Thanks sir. Now off to buy a new one. Mine is leaking at the bottom
Using the car jack was 200IQ!!! Thanks for the tip!!
Like I said, "why not?"
Helped replace easily! Had to replace switch too, but this made the disposal real simple.
Great to hear!
Thank you…! I started to unscrew the 3 screws that mount the housing… glad I viewed your video 👌🏼
Great job!
Thanks for video. Just replaced mine and yes, fast. Did not realize I could use the old parts…not leaking so went for it. So far so good. Appreciate it.
Good job, thanks!
Have been replacing so many food waste disposals for clients and never knew they are available with power cord attached. Need to look for those as it would surely save me some time. Yes, yes, I always check polarity when replacing the power cord... With regard to the mounting assembly, I always replace it to give clients the full value of a new disposal, but that's just me. Anyway, I always love it when my favorite electrician expert turns to plumbing! I am glad you are branching out! 🙂
The weird thing is that Home Depot charges $14 for an Insinkerator brand cord while Insinkerator only charges $10 extra for a corded disposal! And the cord is so nicely sealed. Good job on checking for polarity. Many people feel that since the hot and neutral wires are both black, it doesn't matter. But it matters a lot, so great job. I actually worked as a professional plumber for a while. Electrical is a much better trade IMO though.
Keep up the great work Mark!
I did not like I had to replace power cord. Was going to use the same one but it wouldn’t come out so I bought a replacement cord. It is dumb that both wires were black though. You had to check the feel on the wire sheathing to get the polarity right. That is dumb. I got it right though after verifying 3 times.
@@markgladney4743 Excellent!
we just changed our garbage disposal using your video. THANK YOU!!!!!
Great job! You're very welcome!
Outstand direction, keep up the good work; THANK YOU, THIS REALLY HELPED ME
Great to hear. Thanks for writing in!
You might want to add putting a weight or something on the sink flange up top to keep it from shuffling while installing/ removing (and you're keeping the old drain flange). It it moves, you risk breaking the waterproof seal.
Good tip, thanks!
YOU ABSOLUTE GENIUS, using a car jack. Thank you for that, and the close up of it going back on the mounting bracket. It’s too heavy for me to finagle while holding it, and I hadn’t thought abóut this problem, when I took it apart!! Brilliant!!
Great video, thank you! Exactly what I needed. Yes, make sure you get the model that has the cord with it to save some time 🎉
You're welcome! Good tip.
Thank you for posting this very educational video, great tips, for when I change my Badger 5 , I subscribed , Cheers !
Thanks so much!
Saved my girl 45$ qnd made me look cooler thanks for the help.
Great job!
Fantastic video. My mom's disposal just started leaking and I used this to fix it. Highly disappointed that Home Depot doesn't carry the corded versions in store and only carries them online. But great video!
Sounds good, thanks!
Thx. Awesome video. Just installed mine. No issues. No leaking. So far anyway. Thx
Excellent!
Good idea using a car jack. I'm trying to replace mine and I can't get the leverage needed to lift the disposal and have all three things connected.
Great Upload Buddy. I appreciate your time and lesson in installing this unit.
Thanks!
great explanation sparky...keep up the good work! :)
Thanks, will do!
Tx! the quick-connect, is it universal among all the disposal companies? Will the old quick-connect work with a different manufacturer"s new disposal?
Thanks so much. Very helpful to me. God bless 🙌🏿
God Bless you too!
I am going to replace my one. Thanks for the video. Appreciated it.
No problem 👍
Good Video. It definitely helped me.relmove and reinstall my disposal. It had become very jammed due to a tiny screw. The unjam tool couldn't unjam it. Had to remove then get lots of leverage and a little help with a hammer prodding the unjam tool. Works like a champ now.
Excellent!
What a Great Video. Thak you sir!!!
You're very welcome!
Great job sir I’m doing mines this weekend thanks for the tip
Good luck!
Thank you! As a single woman your video helped empower me
Excellent!
Thanks Sparky you helped!
Great to hear, thanks!
Needed this !
Thank you for the video!
You're very welcome!
My insinkerator is fine.
I wish you could show me how to install an air vent underneath my sink because it's not vented
if you mean your house plumbing has no vent for the sink, you might look up Roger Wakefield, if you haven't found him already. he may have a video on installing an autovent under an existing sink.
@@kenbrown2808 ty ken
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Are you asking about an air gap, which goes on the sink, or a plumbing vent, which goes out through the roof?
Hi Ken!@@kenbrown2808
@@SparkyChannel good morning. Hope your summer's going well.
Omg the CAR JACK!! I’ve been struggling to get the clips aligned on this heavy mf for about an hour. Genius hack, thank you sir!!!
No need to struggle. Thanks so much!
Thank you for the demonstration sir
Welcome!
Дед, долгих лет жизни тебе!
Hmm, a car jack, that just makes the most sense! This is the kind of solution that comes from cross professional interaction.
That's a little Volkswagen Beetle scissors jack. I paid $4 for it at a swap meet many years ago. lol!
@@SparkyChannel
It's so brilliant and practical. I love the ingenuity.
Thanks George! It works for me because I know I'm not going to strain a muscle holding up the disposal with one hand and doing the hook-up with the other. I have a friend who holds the disposal up with his knee while he does the hook-up. He's quick on that install too. lol! To each his own, just get it hooked up. :)@@GeorgeVCohea-dw7ou
Many thanks, Now I know how to replace it.
Excellent!
You just made me change my mind
About?
thank you sparky
Where did the plug for the dishwasher go
Awesome!! Thank you for your help!!
My pleasure, thanks!
Great video sir!!!
Thanks so much!
Great job Sparky.
Thanks Gary! I hope you're having a great summer!
Hey sparky, how you been? I thought , well he's been so quiet did he fix all the homes in his area ? Ha ha nice video. I used a little trolly Jack for a 3/4 horse grinder once because those things weigh a ton .
Hi Gaurdducks! Trolley jacks are super useful. Yes, I spent a long time on a really big (and expensive) house renovation. It turned out great though. Great to hear from you!
@@SparkyChannel I know the feeling, a long time on a house. Been on those where you ask Your self how much lip stick can you put on a pig ? Get the wrecking ball already .
Be sure to check first and see if the fuse just needs to be reset!
Where is the link for the cabinet mat. I would like that. Also I’m gonna try and replace my disposal. I’m no where a handyman
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Mine is still stuck. Are there any suggestions? Please
Great informative video.
Thanks!
Great job but that wrench is used at bottom of disposal you turn it to unjam the disposal
Thanks Matt. The wrench is designed to have multiple uses.
You didn’t show the electrical part. How did you disconnect the electrical part from the old badger ?
Here you go: How to Wire a Garbage Disposal (Including Polarity Check for the Wires): ua-cam.com/video/qJ59vCe6a04/v-deo.html
Thanks Mr Sparky!
You're very welcome!
Very helpful - thanks
Great to hear, thanks!
Thank you sir.
Wish I had watched this BEFORE starting. Now I’ve loosened the sink mount and can’t figure out how to remove it.
The Badger line is designed to fail. Buy the higher-end stainless steel models if you want it to last.
I agree. The 1/3 hp and the 1/2 hp are a waste of money. I got the 3/4 hp with a 4 year warrantee. I'll be keeping that paperwork because I don't trust it. True, the stainless one's are quiet too.
Gone through several videos... I've replaced the disposal. Are there any suggestions to what I can do with the old one. Do I just throw it away?
I found this on Google: "Since garbage disposals are mostly metal, it is better to think salvage rather than the landfill. This process recycles a variety of items including copper, aluminum, steel and more. Find out where to take your old disposer check with Earth911 and check under “metals” for your local zip code."
@@SparkyChannel thank you!!! Very helpful! Something in me just wasn't satisfied with trashing it or the regular weekly recycling pickup.
I understand. The disposals are a heavy chunk of mostly metal.@@psykomystro
Awesome
Thank you
You're welcome!
the part about changing electrical cord should've been in this video since we have to do it for every disposal change
Superb sir.
Thanks!
Cool video 😊
Thanks!
You sounds like Scotty Kilmer
TIP: the lower mounting ring is ONLY held on by the rubber drain baffle! Nowhere in the instructions nor anywhere else is this information. I had to call support (and felt like an idiot when she told me how it’s held on).
Super thank you for your info. God bless 😊
Subscribed SPARKY CHANNEL 👍
Thanks so much!
Pro tip. Run away from the Badger. Buy a Moen. It hooks up exactly the same as the Badger. Same hardware. Same connections.
💯👍👍
Thanks Theo!
Anyone else notice he went clockwise to take it off and counter clockwise putting it back together.Or am I seeing things Wrong
That’s great, but! My problem is that the metal ring that sits on top of the garbage disposal unit, is not fixed to the garbage disposal unit, it just comes off. So how do you attach that top ring onto the garbage disposal unit, before you attach the garbage disposal unit onto the bracket that’s attached to the sink? I’ve watched about 10 installation videos and not one single person explains how to do that. If I tried to attach the garbage disposal unit with the ring the way it is now, the unit would just fall off, because that ring is not holding it up. You guys, you all try to make it look so easy, but you don’t give us every single step of the way and you don’t explain the potential problems you could have, and how to fix them. Not even the official insinkerator installation video shows us what to do if the ring is not attached to the unit itself. You’re all driving me flipping nuts.
I think it’s stupid it’s one of the pricier disposals and you had to install your own power cord to it lol
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Big Clive recently made a video about his worst shock, and I think this is an important topic that frequently gets overlooked.
ua-cam.com/video/Q2jGK4iuPnQ/v-deo.html
Would you be willing to share your own story on such a topic?
I've never been shocked badly. Some small shocks when I was young and stupid though. lol!
@@SparkyChannel heh. I got lit up by an HO fluorescent, but my worst shock was a Reloc(tm) system in a commercial building. 277 leaves a mark
@@SparkyChannel
Thanks 👍
@@kenbrown2808
The only time I have been shocked was not a working incident; although, it involved moving and rearranging. It happened by unplugging an antique piece that most definitely needed to be rewired. After a few moments, I opted to leave it where it was and not plug it back in at all. I was too embarrassed to say anything at the time but would not be, if it were to happen these days.
Safety standards have come a long way!
@@GeorgeVCohea-dw7ou that and insulation doesn't last forever.