In a house that I'm buying (both from scratch) and I wanted to know what I should purchase (other than the appliances themselves)? We're going to get a contractor friend to do it, but I guess what I'm asking is if there are there bundled wires or connections that I should plan on buying at the same as the the appliances, or do they typically come with those?
2007-08-30 05:23:24 · 4 answers · asked by aschryer0130 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Normally a dishwasher just plugs into the wall outlet.
The disposal also plugs into the wall outlet. There should be an outlet under your sink that has two places to plug into. One of the outlet choices will be controlled(on.off) by a wall switch just to one side of the sink. You then just plug it into that controlled outlet and the switch should already be in place.
You want to buy the disposal in relation to what you throw down the drain, not how much. I would not buy the cheapest smallest disposal. Make sure you remove the plug before installation.
In a dishwasher I would look for how quiet it is.
How it looks of course is important since they are all basically the same. Some are quieter and some look better.
2007-08-30 05:37:34 · answer #1 · answered by Father Ted 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As the above answer states most, but not all plug into an outlet behind the dishwasher and the disposal. The contractor will know this. If those receptacles are not present, he/she may have to install them or "hard" wire the units.
2007-08-30 13:53:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
For the dishwasher, you will need water supply tubing (3/8") (copper preferred). You will also need the water supply elbow that connects the water supply to the unit (they don't come with it) If the unit does not have a cord and plug (hardwired), you will need some electrical wire. A supply valve will also need to be installed into the current water line to supply the DW. Spend the extra money for a higher HP disposer. Again, you may need it hardwired.
2007-08-30 14:08:39 · answer #3 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to use separate and single circuits for each the washer and the disposal. Also, be certain to vent properly other wise you will be another casualty with questions of "gurgling" sinks.
2007-08-30 20:09:14 · answer #4 · answered by len b 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋