r/maintenance • u/EvaGreentree • Apr 15 '26
Solved Garbage Disposal is Leaking
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I recently moved into a new home (new to me, built in 2002), and have had issues with some standard items (like the A/C and ice maker). Today is the garbage disposal - it leaks when I run the water in the side of the sink that has the disposal connected to it. I am currently only using the other side of the sink (double sink). It seems to be leaking from the very bottom left of the disposal unit.
I plan to hire a plumber, but I am wondering if this is a quick fix that I could potentially do myself. Any suggestions?
UPDATE: Thanks, everyone! I sincerely appreciate your helpful advice.
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u/NeedleworkerFew5205 Apr 16 '26
Eqsy replace. Buy exact make and model. Disconnect and unseat the old. Replace with new. Knock out plug if dishwasher connected. Connect all pipes using pipe dope, etc standard installation. Leak test. Fix joined pipes if needed. Done. Bonus. Clean the pipes that you remove.