{"id":13018,"date":"2025-03-19T06:09:11","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T13:09:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=13018"},"modified":"2025-03-19T06:09:20","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T13:09:20","slug":"how-to-remove-an-old-garbage-disposal-replace-it-with-a-new-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/how-to-remove-an-old-garbage-disposal-replace-it-with-a-new-one\/","title":{"rendered":"How to remove an old garbage disposal & replace it with a new one"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Replacing your old garbage disposal might feel overwhelming, but don’t worry\u2014you’ve got this! With the proper know-how and a bit of patience, you can handle it like a pro. This guide’s gonna take you through each step to make the installation as easy and safe as possible.<\/p>\n

The tips in this article might not match your exact appliance model. We try our best to give useful advice for all sorts of DIY repair jobs, but different models and setups can mean changes in steps, error codes, parts\u2014you name it. For spot-on guidance, it’s a good idea to check your appliance’s manual or <\/em>hit us up<\/em><\/strong><\/a> if you’ve got questions.<\/em><\/p>\n\n

Getting ready<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Before you dive in, making sure you’re safe is key. To avoid any chance of getting zapped, you gotta completely disconnect the disposal from power. If your disposal just plugs into an outlet, go ahead and unplug it. If it’s hardwired:<\/p>\n

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  1. Find your home’s breaker panel.<\/li>\n
  2. Flip off the circuit breaker that controls the garbage disposal.<\/li>\n
  3. Double-check with a voltage tester to make sure there’s no juice flowing to the unit.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Grab your gear<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    Having everything you need upfront saves a ton of hassle. Here’s your list:<\/p>\n