I have a garbage disposal in my two well sink, only problem is when it was installed, it was placed on the left side of the sink — closest to the dishwasher, further from the stove. When I'm cooking, which I do frequently, I abuse the right side of the sink constantly rinsing and clearing plates and tools of food into it, since it's closest to where I'm working.
Aside from learning how to cope with a disposal being too far away, is it fiesable to move the disposal to the other side of the sink, will it fit, if it will what types of tools will I need to complete the job.
I'm assuming, if it is possible, I'll need to re-cut some of the pipework to fit the new setup, though I imagine I'll be able to salvage most of the current joints.
Best Answer
This project is fairly straight forward. You need to completely disassemble both sides including the in sink trims. You will need an adjustable wrench, a large pair of pump pliers or monkey wrench, screwdriver, nothing special. Be sure the electrical wire will reach the new disposal location, it not, you will need a j-box and some wire, you will also need some plumber's putty to seat the drain trims. You definitely will have to replumb the drains and traps, but you may be able to salvage a few pieces. It's gonna take you a few hours so be prepared to spend the day without water in the kitchen.