Garbage Disposal Repair in Santa Monica, CA
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All Garbage Disposal Repair Pros in Santa Monica
Flood Brothers Plumbing
4.8·1.0k reviews·
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
4 of 5 reviewers praise quick response times and 24-hour…
4 of 5 reviewers highlight exceptional workmanship and attention…
1 of 5 reviewers reports final cost 20% lower than competitor…
Concerns
Pricing inconsistency: 1 of 5 reviews reports minimum 8-hour…
1 reviewer flagged hardware markup of approximately 100% ($2,000…
John's Plumbing & Drain Services
4.9·441 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Saturday toilet emergency answered within hours, plus…
Property manager across multiple properties cites consistently…
Same-day technician dispatched for a second-floor toilet water…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
All City Plumbing, Air & Electrical
5·285 reviews·
15 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Fair estimate provided before work started, cited in 1 of 5…
Technicians explained the diagnosis clearly in 3 of 5 analyzed…
Drain clearing customer named pricing 'good' and converted to…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup
4.9·764 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Within-the-hour response to a backed-up kitchen sink flooding a…
Hours-before-event emergency fix prior to a Super Bowl party
Techs (Charles, DJ) called out for proactively spotting issues…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
24/7 Rescue Plumbing Services inc
4.9·112 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+6 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Exceptional emergency responsiveness: all 5 reviews highlight…
Transparent pricing and fair quotes: 4 of 5 reviews explicitly…
Clear communication and detailed explanations: 4 of 5 reviews…
Quality workmanship with follow-through: reviewers report issues…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Drip Too Hard Plumbing
5·57 reviews·
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Same-day emergency sewer response detailed in 2 of 5 analyzed…
Modern booking flow with clear pricing and digital invoices noted…
Whole-house drain backup with toilets and sinks involved fixed…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Hard Hat Rooter and plumbing
5·72 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Full sewer line replacement handled with permits, camera…
Same-day water heater repair completed within an hour of Raffi's…
Same-day burst-pipe response
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Drip Too Hard Plumbing
5·95 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Trenchless sewer-line replacement plus hydro-jetting handled in a…
Same-day water-heater diagnosis and replacement after failure
Online booking with displayed pricing
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Monkey Wrench Plumbing, Heating, Air & Electric
4.9·323 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Proceed with care4.9Google
Strengths
Techs explain the problem clearly and stick to quoted prices…
Waived trip/service fees in 2 of 5 sampled reviews when…
Concerns
No-show on a confirmed HVAC appointment with zero notification
1 reviewer reports prior appointments were canceled by the…
Sewer Heroes Inc Glendale Plumbing & Sewer Services
4.9·62 reviews·
15 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+7 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sewer-line work with pipe lining and hydro-jetting cited in 3 of…
Sub-hour arrival on emergency sewer-backup call (less than an…
Friday-evening tenant call answered same night by Erik with…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Piper Plumbing
5·24 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
After-hours water-heater install offered to spare a customer…
Gas-line connection of multiple outdoor kitchen appliances…
Concerns
All 5 sampled reviews are from 2020-2021
New Generation Plumbing
4.7·148 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
All 5 reviews praise next-day estimate availability and rapid job…
Technicians proactively explain work in detail even remotely;
All 5 reviews rate pricing as fair or reasonable relative to…
Technicians follow up post-job with maintenance reminders and…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Real Plumbing
4.7·59 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
15-minute callback and same-evening copper pipe repair documented…
Repeat customer (81-year-old's mother) cites multiple successful…
Slab-leak diagnostic walked customer through step by step and…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Verdugo Plumbing
4.7·26 reviews·
20 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Quick response and on-time arrival noted in 3 of 5 analyzed…
Whole-home repipe completed in a single day with clean cleanup
Concerns
Possible upsell pattern: 1-star reviewer says foreman recommended…
Right Price Rooter and Plumbing
5·48 reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Photos shared throughout the job so the homeowner could see…
Stuck to original estimate even after finding unforeseen fixes…
Lowest estimate among multiple bids in 1 sampled review;
Concerns
themeCounts flags slow_response=1 in the sample
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 Santa Monica, CA?
Garbage disposal repair in Santa Monica 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 Los Angeles 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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