Garbage Disposal Repair in Sunnyvale, CA
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Best Garbage Disposal Repair Pros in Sunnyvale
#1Strong 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.”
#2Strong Hire
Regal Plumbers
5Garbage Disposal Repair: 70/100
“There was a structural issue in the area where he had to work - he explained it to me, thought it through carefully & solved the problem. Cleaned his work area & left everything in good working order.”
#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 Sunnyvale
All Panthers Plumbing Inc
5·42 reviews·
17 mi away — Edge of service 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
Regal Plumbers
5·11 reviews·
13 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
Wave Plumbing & Heating-Hayward Plumber
5·103 reviews·
18 mi away — Edge of service 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
EJ Plumbing & Water Heaters
4.9·3.8k reviews·
In SunnyvaleGoogle 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…
Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air of San Jose
4.8·3.4k reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day online booking confirmed in 2 of 5 analyzed reviews…
Late-Saturday booking picked up immediately and dispatched same…
Reasonable pricing for drain work cited in 2 of 5 reviews;
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Mike Counsil Plumbing and Rooter
4.8·1.6k reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Sewer backup diagnosed and cleared within an hour of call (1 of 5…
Same-day issue resolution noted with clean work area (1 of 5)
1-year warranty on toilet rebuild called out by reviewer (1 of 5)
Concerns
Pricing called "a bit pricey" on a toilet rebuild (1 of 5…
Elite Rooter
4.7·1.3k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.7Google
Strengths
Senior tech worked nights and weekends through a major commercial…
Next-morning toilet replacement and main-line snake before…
Texted and dispatched within 30 minutes after a competitor…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Plumbing Point, Inc.
5·277 reviews·
In SunnyvaleGoogle 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"…
Superior Plumbing
4.9·443 reviews·
In SunnyvaleGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Walked away with no charge when a clogged toilet turned out to be…
Texts ETA when tech is en route and quotes price up front before…
Andy attempted a repair competitors declined, saving the customer…
Concerns
Workmanship follow-up: a Jose-installed heater threw a repeat…
Smart Plumbers Inc. DBA Smart Plumbers & Rooters
4.8·1.2k reviews·
In SunnyvaleGoogle Verified
+1 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
50-minute arrival on a same-morning sewer call (1 of 5 reviews)
Senior discount applied on top of an already low price (1 of 5)
Decade-long repeat customer reporting consistent pricing and no…
Concerns
Workmen failed to show or call on the first scheduled appointment…
Drain Doctor
4.9·881 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.9Google
Strengths
Sunday/weekend response confirmed
Drain and toilet clearing repeatedly described as quick
Concerns
BBB rating is D- with 2 complaints in past 3 years despite 4.9…
One reviewer reports tech walked into kitchen, grabbed a mug, and…
One follow-up failure documented
$15 Sewer & Drain Service
4.8·649 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
After-hours response within 90 minutes of service call
Quoted price matched final invoice
Drain main and shower stem repairs completed in under an hour in…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Handy Plumbing Man, LLC
4.9·1.4k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle 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…
Knockout Plumbing & Repipe Inc.
4.9·333 reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Whole-house repipe with 25-year transferable warranty and…
Multi-unit residential repipe completed on time and under budget…
Same-day crew dispatch after on-site quote in 1 of 5 reviews
Concerns
One reviewer references an unspecified post-job issue…
Freedom Underground Plumbing -- Solving your Water, Sewer and Electrical Conduit Needs
4.9·71 reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Trenchless underground work: HammerHead tunneling to avoid yard…
Handles complex sewer-line permitting: navigated city + sanitary…
Slab leak detection + whole-house repipe completed at a price…
Concerns
Sample size is thin — only 5 reviews analyzed against 71 total…
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 Sunnyvale, CA?
Garbage disposal repair in Sunnyvale 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 Santa Clara 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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