Install a dishwasher or disposal
A licensed plumber pulls the old unit and connects the new dishwasher or disposal.
What this job involves
The pro shuts off the water, disconnects the old unit, and slides it out. The new dishwasher gets its water line, drain hose, and power hookup, then is leveled and screwed to the counter. A disposal mounts under the sink and ties into the drain. Illinois requires a licensed plumber for the water and drain connections. Old shutoff valves often leak once turned, so plan on a new valve if yours is old.
What to have ready
- The new unit on hand, still in the box is fine
- Whether the old unit is still hooked up
- Where the water shutoff is under the sink
- A photo under the sink showing the pipes and the outlet
What a fair price looks like
Most homeowners in our area pay between $175 and $400 for this job. Labor with the unit supplied by the homeowner. A licensed plumber is required. A new shutoff valve adds to the range.
This is a range to help you judge a quote, not a quote. The pro you are matched with gives you their own price, in writing for anything over $1,000, and you pay them directly. We charge the pro a small flat fee only after the job is done. We never ask you for payment.
What a good pro will ask you first
- Is the new unit here, and what brand is it?
- Is there a power outlet or a hardwire under the sink?
- Does the shutoff valve under the sink turn freely?
- Do you want the old unit hauled away?
Why we only send a licensed plumbing pro
Illinois licenses plumbers statewide, and the law covers repairs and fixture swaps, not just new construction. Every plumbing request on this site goes only to a pro whose state license and contractor registration we have checked.