Garbage disposal is unusually loud compared to previous operation (without obvious grinding of foreign objects)

Safety First: Turn OFF the disposal before inspecting mounts.

• Check for foreign objects: First confirm there are no utensils or debris causing noise by inspecting the chamber with a flashlight.
• Inspect mounting gasket: Under the sink, verify the rubber mounting gasket is intact and not compressed to the point of metal-to-metal contact.
• Tighten sink flange: Ensure the mounting ring and sink flange are snug and evenly tightened.
• Noise pads: For very thin sinks, consider adding sound-dampening pads or a support bracket to reduce resonance.
• Replace if bearings are noisy: A growling or roaring sound from the motor area indicates bearing wear; replace the disposal.