InSinkErator Evolution Compact 3/4 HP Household Food Waste Disposer
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of InSinkErator Evolution Compact 3/4 HP Household Food Waste Disposer
Customer Review: High-Quality, Easy to Install!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought the Insinkerator Compact Food Waste Disposer to replace a leaky, poor-quality Gourmet King disposer that had been causing me problems ever since I moved into my place. The plumber told me that in order to replace my old one, he'd charge me $350 for labor and parts! When I finally asked what make and model of disposer he planned to replace my old one with, he said the Insinkerator Badger 5, which may be a good product, but I could've bought it for about $80 online, which meant the plumber was going to charge me close to $300 in labor!! So, after reading the reviews on Amazon, I decided to buy the Compact instead and try to install it myself. And sure enough, with some help from my boyfriend (who gets major kudos for this!), I was able to save over $150 by buying this one and installing it myself.
As soon as you take it out of the box, you can tell that the Insinkerator Compact is a high-quality product. The materials feel strong and sturdy and it weighs quite a bit, so it definitely has a substantial motor. It's also good to know that Insinkerator offers a 4yr warranty, so be sure to register your prodcut once you install it. Moreover, there are plenty of online tutorials on how to install, so if you need a visual (not just the instructions in the package), go to YouTube and type in 'Insinkerator installation.' The company has it's own fool-proof video of how to install the disposer.
The best part about this product is how quiet it is!! I sometimes wonder if it's really grinding stuff up because it's seriously half as loud as my old one, if not quieter! And it doesn't leak, which is also good. My old one had a major leakage problem and caused all sorts of water damage under my sink.
Bottom line: If you're looking to replace your garbage disposal and want something quality, but don't want to spend a lot on a plumber or the super high-end Insinkerator, the Compact is just right as it's affordable, easy to install, looks and feels high-quality, and is great for small spaces. I would highly recommend!
Customer Review: Incredible! A Quiet Disposal...
Summary: 5 Stars
When we remodeled our kitchen, we made the decision to replace our six-year old InSinkErator 3/4 hp disposal which had been purchased at the nearby big box home improvement store. After doing some research and reading reviews, I decided to stick with the InSinkErator brand. However, I felt that our household could use a 1/2 hp unit because we rarely put more than a carrot or lettuce core through the disposal.
In the past, I have worked with one of the saleswomen at a local kitchen and bath showroom; she has always provided me with excellent advice. Further, while Amazon has some of the best prices online, she has been able to come within $25 on many of the same items, and when she does, I will purchase the item locally. She told me that unless I wanted to cut the lettuce core into smaller pieces, she would recommend that I get a 3/4 hp unit. Since my replacement sink was 9-inches deep, she also recommended the InSinkErator Evolution Compact 3/4 HP Household Food Waste Disposer.
I cannot believe how quiet this unit is - if you choose to purchase this model, you too will be amazed! While you can hear that it is running, you do not wonder whether a freight train is aiming for your kitchen. The unit does not vibrate as much as other disposal units I have used; your sink and counter tops will remain stationary instead of moving violently to and fro. The collar covers the disposer's opening without gaps that may allow odors to rise from the drain. The distance from the top of the collar to the actual grinding mechanism is fairly short - if you are like I once was and use a wooden spoon to poke waste down into your disposal, you may end up with a chewed up spoon.
The InSinkErator Evolution Compact is easy to install; most individuals with some home repair experience can handle the installation.
If you are replacing a disposal or installing one in new construction, I definitely recommend the InSinkErator Evolution Compact 3/4 HP Household Food Waste Disposer. It is the best I have used.
Customer Review: Easy replacement for Badger 1
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this item to replace a Badger 1 (made by the same company) after 12 years of very light use. It's quite heavy and is packaged intelligently with very little waste save the box itself and the Styrofoam packaging.
The instructions are excellent and the 26 steps will take you anywhere from 1-2 hours depending on your exact needs during installation.
Physically, the unit looks much stouter than the old Badger. I don't know if this is just "packaging" or whether or not it's actually better.
A few notes on installation:
1) You need to purchase plumber's putty, about $1.50 at the hardware store
2) My installation was hardwired, so I had to reuse the strain relief from the old badger. This was an additional 30 seconds of work. If you have an under-counter outlet, you'll need to reuse the cord from the old disposal
3) Some here have complained of the difficulty of getting the Evolution to match up and lock on the flanges, I had no such trouble, mine locked up right away.
4) You'll need a helper to replace the sink mount when you put the ring into place. The instructions themselves suggest using the disposal to hold the sink ring in place. That might work.
My family notices that it's much more quiet, although I don't notice the difference. It is not night and day as some have suggested.
Overall the unit is quieter, the installation instructions are good, and the 4-year inhouse warranty convinced me this was the correct one to get, as I would prefer this to be my last disposal in this house.
I'm giving this 5 stars on the basis of good overall construction and instructions. I can't tell you much about it's durability since it's brand new, but I expect it to be better than the Badger.
Customer Review: Quiet and smooth!
Summary: 5 Stars
After reading the reviews here, I went to Home Depot this morning and bought the Compact. I planned to install it myself, and did not buy any extras. I could always run back to the store if I needed. The hardest part of the entire installation was getting the old disposal out. I think it was the original installed by the builder 20 years ago. Once I got the old one out, the rest was a breeze. The instructions covered everything well enough that I had no problems, inspite of my wife's questions about whether or not I had ever done something like this before. I did not have to move or replace any plumbing. I did need my wife to push down on the sink collar while I attached the rings underneath. Everything went together well, no leaks. I even took the tension clamp off the old one and used to secure the power cord coming from the wall.
The moment of truth came: I flipped the switch and I was stunned! The box said 40% quiter than the Badger line, but this thing is 80% quieter than what it replaced! I was wowed! Called the wife in to see my handiwork, and she was wowed! (I'm her hero!) With the old disposal, you could not watch TV or have a conversation in that end of the house when it ran. Now, you can stand at the sink and whisper while it runs. There is a low hum, and a very mild vibration.
InSinkErator makes a much larger 1 h.p. unit with a stainless steel case that claims to be 60% quiter than the Badger line. I would be afraid you couldn't tell it was on if it was that much quiter than the Compact. This unit is the best buy around, and would be worth it even at a higher price (but don't let InSinkErator get wind of that). I highly recommend the Compact, and in fact, I would recommend that you not get any other brand!
Customer Review: Horrible Customer Service
Summary: 1 Stars
InSinkErator Evolution Essential 3/4 HP Household Food Waste Disposer
I purchased an InSinkerator less than 12 months ago and had it installed. Recently the casing began leaking and damaged my cabinet under the sink. When I called to gain assistance, imagine my shock to be speaking with the Philippines. Not only did they have difficulty understanding what I was saying, they were not able to answer any of my basic questions about repair response. The individual on the phone could only tell me who to call locally for repair. They only had one option and they had no after hours access.
I called the local representative for repair Monday evening. The repairman never called back. I had to place another call to the repairman. He indicated it would be 3-4 days to get the system in stock, then 1- 2 days before he would be able to schedule the repair. I asked to go ahead and schedule an appointment for 4 days out to prevent the additional 1-2 day delay and he refused, stating if I wanted to argue with him about any of the delay I could find someone else to do it. Sadly, because he is the only authorized representative to fix the system, any disagreement with him means he can refuse and I'm out of luck. I would also add, he advised is the only person who can determine if the system is damaged and should be replaced and if he determines it is not, he has to be paid $85.00. To say this company has a significant lack of customer service is an understatement. I wouldn't buy this product again, to be defective so quickly and have such difficulty gaining assistance with my warranty was a disappointment.