Given the complexity and cost of new parts (often 70% of a new unit), most DIYers stop here and buy a new InSinkErator. Reassembly is tricky – misaligning the rotor or damaging the seal leads to leaks or motor burnout.
A new InSinkErator Badger 5 costs $100–130 and takes 30 minutes to install. Complete disassembly and reassembly can take 2–4 hours and often fails on the first try. how to take apart insinkerator garbage disposal