Waste Maid Cracked Disposal Housing

Garbage disposal runs but water leaks from a hairline crack in the side of the housing

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Impact damage during installation, Overtightened mounting or plumbing stressing housing, Manufacturing defect, Freeze damage in unheated space

Safety First: Turn OFF power and do not operate a disposal with a cracked housing.

Confirm crack: Dry the housing and run water to see exactly where it seeps out.
Do not attempt patching: Epoxy or tape repairs are temporary and unsafe for pressurized or vibrating components.
Replace the disposal: Remove the Waste Maid unit from the mounting assembly and install a new one, ensuring plumbing is aligned without stress.

Medium 3/5

Waste Maid Garbage Disposal (Complete Unit)

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