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How Garbage Disposals Work

June 28, 2023

Although an often-overlooked appliance in the kitchen, garbage disposals have a crucial function: reducing food scraps so they can flow out of a home’s pipes easily. However, do you know how this device works? Or the differences between various models? Learning about their components and functioning can help you decide on a product and service provider for your garbage disposal installation or replacement.

Homeowners in Ashburn, VA, rely on R.A. Dobson’s installation and maintenance expertise for numerous appliances and systems. With more than 45 years of combined experience in Northern Virginia, our technicians deliver outstanding garbage disposal installation services. Plus, our clients know they can expect the best service at a fair price. Call (703)-481-3700 or schedule a service appointment with our team today!

Below, we explain the parts and functioning of garbage disposal systems:

The Parts of a Garbage Disposal

Despite the different types of garbage disposal systems on the market, all have a few key components:

  • Hopper
    The hopper, or the grinding chamber, is a hollow cylinder that catches food as it enters the system. Every hopper has two parts: the upper and lower chambers. The upper part captures food, and the insulated lower one holds the motor that grinds food waste.
  • Flywheel
    The flywheel, a rotating metal turntable, catches food and prevents it from crossing into the lower hopper chamber until it is ground into small pieces and can pass through the holes in the grinding ring.
  • Grinding Ring
    Connected to the flywheel, the grinding ring – or shredder ring – is covered with sharp grooves that break down food on the flywheel.
  • Motors and Impellers
    A garbage disposal’s motors spin the flywheel and impellers (or blades) simultaneously. This motion pushes the food particles into the grinding ring’s grooves. Thus, the food is broken down into smaller and smaller pieces until it can slide through the holes in the shredder ring.
  • Waste Line Connector
    The waste line connector is the final stop before the food exits the disposal. After the food is processed into manageable pieces and slides through the holes in the grinding ring, it flows into the waste line connector, out of the disposal, and into a drain pipe.

Garbage Disposal Installation Price

Whether you plan to gut and remodel your kitchen or simply need a replacement garbage disposal, a new model can require a significant investment. Yet learning the elements that factor into the total costs can help you recognize the importance of hiring a professional plumbing company.

You can also speak to R.A. Dobson’s professionals about the various models, materials, and motor sizes. It is essential to hire a professional who is willing to be straightforward and walk you through the details of installing disposal in your home.

Why Hire R.A. Dobson

You must select the plumbing company that best fits your needs. For instance, customers come to R.A. Dobson because they know we deliver high-quality plumbing services (among others) at a fair price. With a 1-year service warranty and decades of experience, we provide exceptional work when you need it. We have provided services to Northern Virginia for decades and always ensure our customers receive outstanding service.

Garbage Disposal Services Available in Ashburn, Virginia

With the flip of a switch, your garbage disposal processes even the grimiest messes. Therefore, choosing a reputable plumbing company to handle your garbage disposal installation services and maintenance is critical. Serving homeowners in Ashburn, VA, for more than 45 years, R.A. Dobson provides top-notch quality and service at an affordable price. Call (703)-481-3700 or schedule a consultation today.

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