Garbage Disposal Repair in Redwood City, CA
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Best Garbage Disposal Repair Pros in Redwood City
#1Strong Hire
Pacific Plumbing Systems
5Garbage Disposal Repair: 80/100
“Todd was efficient , explained the features of the new faucet the company had recommended, showed us where the old faucet had failed, and left the work area spotless.”
#2Strong Hire
All Panthers Plumbing Inc
5Garbage Disposal Repair: 75/100
“Gustavo came to my house to fix an older model shower faucet that others told me couldn't be fixed & had to be entirely replaced, but Gustavo was able to repair it in a matter of minutes.”
#3Strong Hire
Wave Plumbing & Heating-Hayward Plumber
5Garbage Disposal Repair: 70/100
“He ended up replacing the whole water heater due to severe leaking signs which took him around 7 hours. Even that, he stayed late to ensure we fully understand what needs to be on the look out for the next couple days”
All Garbage Disposal Repair Pros in Redwood City
Pacific Plumbing Systems
5·62 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Todd repeatedly named for on-time arrivals, leaving the work area…
Repaired a homeowner's botched copper-line solder job without…
Visible employee retention
Concerns
One reviewer was a confirmed no-show for a scheduled morning…
Manufacturer shower-cartridge part flagged as expensive, though…
All Panthers Plumbing Inc
5·42 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day quote-to-schedule turnaround on cast-iron under-home…
Tech Gustavo repaired an 'older model shower faucet that others…
Reasonable pricing on a clogged kitchen sink cited
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Wave Plumbing & Heating-Hayward Plumber
5·103 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Water-heater work cited in 2 reviews
Sunday-morning emergency call answered and tech arrived in…
Repeat-customer kitchen-faucet install cited (Fareed)
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Regal Plumbers
5·11 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Communication cited in 2 reviews (themeCounts.communication=2)
Two reviews mention on-time arrival and finishing faster than…
Phone-side handling singled out
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Handy Plumbing Man, LLC
4.9·1.4k reviews·
In Redwood CityGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Pre-arrival notification + tracking and same-day…
Sewer cleanout and full sewer-line replacement quoted…
Flat-rate pricing with installation warranty noted by Dan Yao
Concerns
Pricing flagged as higher than competitors in 1 of 5 reviews…
Service Hero Plumbing & Air
4.6·1.3k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Sunday call run 4+ hours into the late evening until resolved
Hydro-jetting capability
Technicians explain progress and least-cost solutions before…
Concerns
Pricing flagged as 'expensive' by 2 of 87 analyzed reviewers
Commando Plumbing
4.9·167 reviews·
In Redwood CityGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater specialty: 2 of 5 reviews specifically cover Rinnai…
Fast response cited in 2 of 5 reviews including a 2-hour arrival…
Whole-house repipe priced exactly as quoted (1 of 5 reviews)
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
J&K Emergency Plumbing Services
4.8·21 reviews·
In Redwood CityGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
35-minute night response to a 10pm burst pipe, valve shutoff +…
Same-day diagnose-and-resolve called out…
Concerns
Only 21 total Google reviews and 3 of 5 sampled reviews are short…
EJ Plumbing & Water Heaters
4.9·3.8k reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day or next-day dispatch cited in 3 of 5 reviews (Teri…
Camera diagnostics on hard slab/sewer cases
Repeat-customer loyalty signal
Concerns
No-show on a confirmed appointment window with zero proactive…
Cost called out as "very extensive and expensive" on the slab job…
Plumbing Point, Inc.
5·277 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-evening water-heater replacement after a 2-hour initial…
Detailed pre-quote inspections undercutting two other plumber…
Water-meter leak diagnosed and fixed same-day with clear quote (1…
Concerns
1 of 5 sampled reviews flags pricing as "slightly higher"…
Daves Plumbing & Drain Services
5·133 reviews·
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Weekend/emergency sewer clearing cited
Fair-pricing language appears in 2 of 5 reviews…
Reviewers note he attempts repair before replacement
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Bay Water Plumbing & Water Systems
4.9·191 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees and accurate written…
Water-heater installs handled smoothly
Owner Alvaro and techs (Tommy, Anthony) named by reviewers
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·262 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sunday-call coverage cited in 2 of 5 sampled reviews (clogged…
Tech Jerry refused to charge after a Sunday visit when the…
15-minute call confirmation cited for a toilet repair, with…
Concerns
One reviewer (Sunday DIY-failed job) reports being left without…
Water Heater Specialists
4.9·270 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water-heater specialty validated: 4 of 5 sampled reviews…
Midnight-leak → noon-installed turnaround: 'leaked at midnight.
Returned next morning with a second new tank when first tank's…
Concerns
One reviewer notes water-heater install 'was a little bit pricey'
Monarch Plumbing and Rooter Inc
4.9·325 reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+7 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Same-day or next-morning arrival in 3 of 5 sampled reviews (8am…
Toilet-repair and water-leak workmanship: tech opened a wall to…
Multiple named techs (Eli, Jack, German, Cruz, Herman) called out…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Common Garbage Disposal Repair Scenarios
Jammed Disposal
Foreign objects, fibrous foods, or grease can jam the grinding mechanism. Never put your hand in — use the hex wrench port on the bottom.
Leaking Disposal
Leaks from the top (sink flange), side (dishwasher connection), or bottom (internal seal failure). Bottom leaks usually mean replacement.
Disposal Won't Turn On
Check the reset button and circuit breaker first. If those work, the motor or internal switch may have failed.
Disposal Replacement
Disposals last 8-15 years. When repair costs approach replacement cost ($150-$400 installed), replace for better performance and warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does garbage disposal repair cost in Redwood City, CA?
Garbage disposal repair in Redwood City costs $100-$250 for unjamming or fixing connections. Full disposal replacement with installation runs $250-$500. High-end disposals (3/4 HP+) with installation can cost $400-$700.
How long does a garbage disposal last?
Most garbage disposals last 8-15 years depending on usage and maintenance. If yours is over 10 years old and needs frequent resets or jams, replacement is more cost-effective than repeated repairs.
Can a plumber install a garbage disposal?
Yes — plumbers handle both the plumbing connections and the electrical wiring for disposals. In San Mateo County, disposal installation may require a permit if you're adding a new unit where none existed.
Should I repair or replace a garbage disposal?
Repair if: it's a simple jam, loose connection, or bad reset switch. Replace if: the unit leaks from the bottom, makes grinding metal sounds, or is over 10 years old. Replacement usually takes under 2 hours.
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