Garbage Disposal Installations in Richmond, VA

The feed type: batch vs. continuous. The type of garbage disposal you select for your Richmond home impacts your installation cost. Continuous feed garbage disposals are turned on and off with a switch on the wall and are less expensive to install. Batch feed disposals are typically more expensive but are considered "safer" to use because they require a stopper lid in order to turn on.

The size of the motor. The larger the motor size, the more expensive the garbage disposal will be. Your garbage disposal's motor is measured in horsepower (HP). The higher the HP of the garbage disposal, the more expensive it will cost to install. Motors with a range in the ⅓ and ½ for HP tend to be best for a household of 1-4 people and will be less expensive to install. However, you pay more for repairs down the line because smaller motors tend to jam more frequently. If you have a large household or know you'll use your garbage disposal a lot, we recommend getting a motor size between ¾ and 1 HP for smoother operation.

The type of steel used. The type of steel you choose will impact your installation costs. Most manufacturers make garbage disposals with either stainless steel or galvanized steel. Stainless steel disposals are more expensive to install but are often more durable. Galvanized steel garbage disposals are adequate for most Richmond households and are less expensive to install. Galvanized steel disposals are more prone to corrosion and rusting which could cost you more in repairs over time.