Used to break loose the mounting ring and drain fittings on the old disposal. A proper wrench prevents crushing the tailpiece or stripping the slip nuts when the unit is seized.
Garbage Disposal Installation New Braunfels TX Done Right
When your old disposal grinds its last lemon peel, we handle garbage disposal installation New Braunfels TX homeowners can count on. Comal Crest Plumbing installs and swaps units for houses, duplexes, and kitchens across Comal County.
Serving new braunfels and nearby areas.
How big is the job?
Swap plus drain
New unit plus trap or branch line work.
- 1. Straight swap Old unit out, new unit in, same flange and wiring.
- 2. Swap plus drain New unit plus trap or branch line work.
- 3. First-time install New flange cut, new circuit, new trap kit.
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- Test firstRun water and check every joint
- Haul awayOld unit leaves with us
What Is Included in the Install
Every disposal install we do covers the unit, the mounting hardware, the drain connection, the wiring hookup, and the test.
Work order
Garbage Disposal Installation- New Disposal Unit: We supply the unit, sized to your sink and household. Common choices are 1/2-horsepower for a two-person home and 3/4-horsepower for a busy kitchen. We carry Rheem, Moën, and other major brands on the truck, and you can upgrade if you want a quieter or more powerful model.
- Flange and Mounting Hardware: The sink flange, mounting ring, and fiber gasket are all replaced, not reused. We seat the flange with fresh plumber's putty to stop leaks at the sink opening. Reusing old hardware is the fastest way to a drip, so we do not do it.
- Drain and Trap Connection: We cut and fit the discharge tube to match your P-trap, then check the trap arm and tailpiece for corrosion. If the trap is cracked or the slip nuts are stripped, we replace them. The whole drain path gets tested under running water before we call the job done.
- Electrical Hookup: We land the hot, neutral, and ground wires, secure the Romex with a proper connector, and test the wall switch. If your circuit is not dedicated or the wiring is undersized, we tell you and quote the fix. We do not leave a disposal running on a circuit that cannot handle it.
- Dishwasher Knockout: If your dishwasher drains into the disposal, we knock out the plug and clamp the hose. If it does not, we leave the plug in place. Getting this wrong floods the cabinet on the first dishwasher cycle, so we check it twice before we finish.
- Old Unit Haul-Away: The old disposal goes with us. You do not have to drain it, bag it, or figure out where to take it. We also wipe down the cabinet floor and check for any moisture the old unit left behind. When we leave, the only thing different is a working disposal.
What the first visit covers
First visit
We inspect the sink, trap, wiring, and cabinet, then confirm the unit and the price before we start.
Disposal work at your home
Kitchen disposals for houses, duplexes, and rentals across New Braunfels.
Dead unit swap
Old disposal out, new one in the same visit.
First-time install
Flange cut, circuit run, trap kit added.
Leak and clog fix
New unit plus drain clearing in one trip.
Kitchen remodel
Disposal and sink install timed to your countertop.
Disposal work at your business
Heavy-duty units for kitchens that run all day.
Restaurant kitchens
High-volume units sized for lunch rush.
Breakroom sinks
Durable disposals for office and shop kitchens.
Rental turnovers
Fast swaps between guest check-ins.
Garbage Disposal Installation New Braunfels TX Explained
A disposal that is installed right keeps your kitchen sink working and your drain clear. We size the unit to your drain, test every joint, and haul off the old motor. Done properly, it lasts a decade.
It is not just dropping a motor under the cabinet. The flange has to seat with plumber's putty, the discharge tube has to align with the P-trap, and the dishwasher knockout has to be punched only if you actually run a dishwasher line into it. Get any of those wrong and you get leaks, humming motors, or a disposal that backs up your sink.
Most New Braunfels calls we run start the same way: a homeowner in Gruene or Creekside hears a buzz instead of a grind, or the unit leaks from the bottom housing. A 1/2-horsepower builder-grade disposal usually lasts 8 to 12 years. When it dies, you are stuck with a sink you cannot use and food scraps going in the trash. We carry common 1/3, 1/2, and 3/4-horsepower units on the truck, so a same day garbage disposal installation New Braunfels TX visit is often possible if you call before the afternoon.
- What it is
- Replacing or adding a kitchen sink disposal.
- When it helps
- When the old unit leaks, jams, or dies.
- What you get
- A tested disposal and a dry cabinet.
How Our Installation Process Works
Every job follows the same five steps, whether it is a straight swap or a first-time install in a kitchen that never had a disposal.
Tools and Methods We Use
Each method answers a different question. Together they leave very little to guess.
Clears clogs in the trap and branch line when a sink drains slowly after a disposal install. We run it before we button up the cabinet so we know the drain is clear.
For heavier grease or scale buildup in kitchen drain lines, hydro jetting scours the pipe walls clean. We use it when a snake is not enough to restore full flow.
When a kitchen line keeps backing up, we run a camera down the sewer to check for root intrusion, bellied pipe, or a break. It tells us whether the problem is in the drain or the main line.
Cuts the discharge tube to the exact length needed to align with the P-trap. A clean square cut is the difference between a leak-free joint and a slow drip.
When to Call for Disposal Work
Your disposal is 10 years old and starting to grind louder and slower than it used to.
We pull the old unit, inspect the flange and trap for wear, and install a new 1/2 or 3/4-horsepower disposal sized to…
HomesYou are remodeling your kitchen and want a disposal installed where there has never been one.
We cut the sink flange opening, run a dedicated circuit if needed, and add a trap kit that matches the new discharge…
HomesYour disposal leaks from the bottom and the cabinet floor is wet.
We shut off the supply, pull the unit, and dry the cabinet.
HomesYou run a short-term rental in Gruene and the disposal died between guests.
We prioritize rental turnovers and can often get to the property the same day.
Businesses
How Disposal Work Runs in New Braunfels
New Braunfels sits on some of the hardest water in Central Texas, and that matters for disposals. Scale builds up on the grind chamber and the flywheel, which shortens motor life and makes the unit work harder.
Downtown New Braunfels
Older homes near the Comal often have original cast iron drain lines. We size disposals smaller here to match the pipe diameter and avoid overloading the drain.
Gruene
A mix of historic homes and short-term rentals. We handle a lot of quick-turnaround disposal swaps here between guest check-ins.
Vintage Oaks
Newer construction with modern PVC drains. Homeowners here often upgrade to 3/4-horsepower units and quieter insulated models.
- Downtown New Braunfels
- Gruene
- Vintage Oaks
- Veramendi
- Creekside
From problem to finished result.
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PhotoBuilder-Grade Swap in Veramendi
Before: A 6-year-old builder-grade 1/3-horsepower disposal in a Veramendi home was jamming weekly and leaking from the bottom housing. The homeowner was hand-washing dishes to avoid running it.
After: We installed a 3/4-horsepower insulated unit with fresh flange hardware and a new trap kit. The disposal now runs at 60 decibels instead of 85, and the cabinet floor is dry. Job took 75 minutes.
First-Time Install in Gruene Rental
Before: A short-term rental near Gruene had no disposal at all. Guests were scraping plates into the trash and the kitchen sink drained slowly from years of food scraps going down the drain.
After: We cut the flange opening, installed a 1/2-horsepower unit, added a new trap kit, and ran a drain snake through the branch line. The sink now drains in under 10 seconds and the unit handles normal kitchen scraps.
Leak and Clog Fix in Creekside
Before: A Creekside homeowner had a disposal leaking from the bottom housing and a sink that backed up every few days. The trap arm was corroded and the branch line had grease buildup.
After: We replaced the disposal with a 1/2-horsepower unit, swapped the corroded trap arm for new PVC pipe, and hydro jetted the branch line. The sink drains fast and the cabinet stays dry. Total time was two hours.
Problems a New Disposal Fixes
Most disposal calls come down to one of a few problems.
Disposal hums but will not grind
The flywheel is jammed, usually on a bone or a piece of silverware.
Water leaking from the bottom housing
A bottom-housing leak means the seal has failed.
Sink drains slowly after install
A slow drain usually means the clog is downstream in the trap or branch line, not in the disposal.
Disposal trips the breaker
A disposal that trips the breaker every time you run it has a wiring or motor problem.
Why Homeowners Upgrade Their Disposal
A working disposal keeps your kitchen sink usable and your drain clear. Here is what a proper install actually gets you.
Fewer Clogged Drains
A disposal that grinds food into fine slurry pushes less solid waste into your P-trap and branch line.
No More Leaks Under Sink
We set the new flange with fresh plumber's putty, tighten the mounting ring evenly, and check the discharge tube and trap arm with the…
Quieter Kitchen
Older builder units rattle the whole cabinet. Modern insulated disposals run several decibels quieter and use a stainless grind chamber that resists corrosion.
Correct Wiring and Switch
A disposal pulls real amperage, and a loose Romex connection or undersized circuit is a fire risk.
What you receive on the job
Clear records you can keep and share.
Written quote
Firm price before work begins.
Install photos
Before and after under the sink.
Test results
Leak check and switch test noted.
16 Years Working New Braunfels Kitchens
Comal Crest Plumbing has been installing and repairing disposals in New Braunfels since 2010.
Flange condition
We check the sink opening for cracks or old putty that needs scraping.
Trap and tailpiece
We look for corrosion, stripped nuts, or a trap that will not seal.
Circuit and switch
We verify the breaker size, wire gauge, and ground before wiring.
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What New Braunfels Customers Say
Our disposal died on a Saturday morning and we had family coming for lunch. Comal Crest had a technician out by 1 p.m. He pulled the old unit, installed a new 1/2-horsepower one, and tested it with the water running. Took about an hour. He even wiped out the cabinet and took the old motor with him. Price was exactly what they quoted on the phone.
We upgraded to a 3/4-horsepower unit and it is night and day quieter than the builder-grade one that came with the house. The technician noticed our shutoff valve was seized and replaced it while he was under there. He showed me the old valve and explained why it was a problem. Fair price, no upsell pressure.
First-time disposal install in a kitchen that never had one. They cut the flange opening, ran a new circuit, and tied the dishwasher drain in correctly. The whole job took about two and a half hours. They walked me through what not to put down it and left the cabinet cleaner than they found it. Would call them again.
Common Questions About Disposal Installation
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(737) 707-1110A straight swap of a 1/2-horsepower unit sits at the low end. A first-time install with new wiring, a longer discharge tube, or a 3/4-horsepower upgrade pushes toward the top. We quote the range on the phone and confirm the firm price before we start.
A disposal ties into your drain and trap arm, and in Texas that work falls under the plumbing code. We handle the drain connection, the wiring, and the test in one visit.
A standard replacement takes 60 to 90 minutes on site. If the old unit comes off clean and the trap arm is in good shape, we can be in and out in under an hour. First-time installs or jobs that need new wiring, a new trap, or a corroded shutoff replaced can run two to three hours. We tell you which one you are looking at when we quote.
Yes. A first-time install means cutting the sink flange opening if it is not already there, running a dedicated circuit if the outlet is not set up, and adding a trap kit that matches the new discharge height. We check the cabinet, the wiring, and the drain line first, then give you a firm quote. Most first-time installs in New Braunfels finish the same day.
Other Work We Handle
Other services from the same team.
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Reach us at (737) 707-1110 any time, day or night. For standard repairs we book same-day slots and call ahead with a real arrival window. For emergencies, we dispatch immediately. You can also email info@comalcrestplumbing.com and we will get back to you the same business day.