Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation in Kent, WA
A humming, jammed, or leaking garbage disposal is usually a quick fix. A dead one is a straightforward swap. Either way, we can typically handle it same-day.
Fixing Or Replacing Your Disposal
A garbage disposal that hums but doesn't spin usually has a jam that can be cleared without replacing the unit. A disposal that's leaking from the bottom, or one that's simply dead with no sound at all, is more often a real sign the unit itself needs to be replaced entirely.
Installation of a new disposal is a routine job, but getting the right size and horsepower for your household's actual use matters more than most people expect, since an undersized unit jams more often and wears out faster under normal daily use.
Signs Your Disposal Needs Attention
Humming But Not Spinning
This usually means something is jamming the blades, which can often be cleared without replacing the unit.
Leaking From The Bottom
A leak at the base of the disposal typically means a worn seal, and the unit usually needs replacing at that point.
No Sound At All
A disposal that's completely silent when switched on has likely lost power to the motor and needs replacement.
Frequent Jamming
A unit that jams often, even with normal use, may be undersized or simply worn out.
Repair Or Replacement, Done Right
For a jammed unit, we clear the obstruction and test operation before leaving. For a leaking or dead unit, we'll walk you through sizing options for a replacement based on your household's actual cooking and disposal habits, not just the cheapest model available.
Installation includes properly connecting the disposal to your existing plumbing and dishwasher line if applicable, and testing full operation before the job is considered done.
A few simple daily habits genuinely extend a disposal's working life over time. Running cold water during and briefly after use helps solidify grease so it clears the line rather than coating it, and avoiding fibrous foods like celery or corn husks prevents the most common jams we see. Neither habit fixes a unit that's already failing, but both reduce how often a working one needs a service call.
Disposal Jammed Or Dead?
Most repairs and installs are completed same-day.
What Affects The Price
Free written estimates on non-emergency calls; emergency work gets an upfront price before anything starts. Garbage disposal repair and replacement is a standard maintenance cost, not typically covered by homeowners insurance.
Common Questions
In most cases, yes. Clearing the jam and testing operation usually resolves it without needing a new unit.
It depends on your household's cooking habits and how heavily the disposal gets used. We'll recommend a size based on your actual situation, not just the cheapest option.
Most installations are completed in under an hour when the existing connections are straightforward.
This is usually trapped food debris rather than a mechanical problem, though we're happy to check it during a service call regardless.
Ice can help dislodge some buildup, and citrus peels help with odor, but neither replaces a proper cleaning if the smell or performance issue is more than surface-level.
Most units have a small reset button on the bottom that trips during an overload. If pressing it doesn't restore power, the motor itself has likely failed and replacement is the practical option.
Almost always, yes, since the seals inside a disposal aren't designed to be serviced individually once they've failed.