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Water leaks near the top of the disposer

Water at the sink connection can run down the body and resemble a lower leak. Finding the first wet point is more useful than photographing the final puddle.

Food waste disposal illustrative appliance setting
Illustrative appliance scene; not an exact manufacturer model.

Describe use at the time

Say whether leakage occurs while filling the sink, emptying it or running the disposer. Mention any recent sink or mounting work.

Assess the connection

Mounting seals, alignment and other connections can look alike once wet. An engineer can inspect the installation and model before deciding whether repair is appropriate. Do not tighten mountings blindly beneath a heavy unit.

A useful distinction

A wet mounting area can be affected by the sink above it as well as the appliance connection. Include any tap or sink-edge leak already noticed so the inspection does not begin with a false source.

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