Should you install one?
- You cook often and want fewer scraps in the green bin
- Your sink drain is in good shape and not prone to clogs
- You have an outlet or switch under the sink, or can add one
- You are comfortable keeping grease and fibrous food out of it
Installation
We mount the unit to the sink flange, connect the drain and dishwasher, and wire it to a switch or outlet. The trap is set to the right height so water drains well.
- Remove the old strainer or unit.
- Mount the new garburator.
- Connect drain and dishwasher lines.
- Test for leaks and noise.
Using it well
Run cold water during and after use. Avoid grease, eggshells in large amounts, coffee grounds and stringy vegetables like celery. Our garburator paper lists the dos and don'ts.
Tools, access and testing
| Tools we bring | Drum auger, closet auger, 4,000 psi jetter, push camera |
|---|---|
| What we open | Cleanout caps, P-traps, tub shoes, the main stack |
| What we test | Flow with full basins, camera footage on the run |
Where in Brampton we do this
We take garburator installation calls right across the city, including Gore Meadows, Springdale, Northwood Park, Downtown Brampton and the streets around them.
Questions we get
Is a garburator allowed in Brampton?
Garburators are permitted in most homes in Peel. Check your building rules if you live in a condo.