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Garbage Disposal Repair in San Francisco, CA

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Best Garbage Disposal Repair Pros in San Francisco

#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

Golden Coast Plumbing and Rooter Inc

4.9Garbage Disposal Repair: 75/100

We had a small leak, called Joel and he came out to fix it in no time. Really appreciate how attentive and thorough he was to diagnose the issue by starting out small with a camera to find the leak instead of doing the easiest thing by cutting the drywall right away.

#3Strong Hire

Heise's Plumbing

4.9Garbage Disposal Repair: 70/100

Jose was outstanding. He came in and fixed what we had been told by another plumber was an unsolvable problem with our faucet and that our entire faucet would need to be replaced. Instead Jose expertly repaired it, checked the other faucets and installed a new mechanism in our toilet.

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Pacific Plumbing Systems

5·62 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
13 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Strengths
Todd cited by name across 5+ reviews
Faucet-repair specialty backed by 12 mentions in reviews
Storm-day attendance — Steve made multiple in/out trips during a…
Concerns
2013 no-show estimate review claims BBB accreditation displayed…
Manufacturer shower cartridge part called expensive in one review

Golden Coast Plumbing and Rooter Inc

4.9·17 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Camera-first leak diagnosis to minimize drywall cuts
Quotes consistently lower than competitors on faucet,…
Same-day or next-day scheduling on faucets/toilets/leaks…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Heise's Plumbing

4.9·1.6k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
In San FranciscoGoogle Verified
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Repair-over-replace ethic
Late-night flooding emergency dispatched immediately with clean…
Next-day appointments for non-emergency spigot work, on-time…
Concerns
$350/hour rate explicitly described as 'on the higher side' by a…

Big Smile Plumbing

5·99 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
11 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
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Sewer-lateral and water-heater work singled out for clean…
Weekend and short-notice arrivals: one reviewer reports cast-iron…
Pricing called out 16 times in serviceMentions.plumber-cost with…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

4.8·2.6k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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Same-day and emergency capacity at scale
Mainline sewer-line and toilet emergencies cleared inside 1 day…
Concerns
32 of 100 analyzed reviews are 1-star with reviewConsistency…
Pricing on contracted big jobs is a recurring complaint
Dispatch reliability inconsistent: 7-11pm emergency window…

Discount Plumbing Rooter Services

4.9·2.9k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
6 mi awayGoogle Verified
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Multiple named techs called out positively (Saul, Carlos, Mike,…
Difficult-access leak repair completed within an hour despite…
Dispatcher Magda + clean communication called out on a garbage…
Concerns
Same 4-star reviewer flagged worn-out torch and missing basic…

Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling

4.7·3.4k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
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Expert workmanship: 2 of 5 reviews highlight technicians going…
Fast emergency response: Technician arrived within 2 hours…
Clear communication when present: 2 of 5 reviews specifically…
Concerns
2 of 5 reviews report significant scheduling failures…
Billing ethics concern: Customer with disabilities was asked to…
Poor follow-up communication: Reviewer reported no return call…

Advanced Plumbing & Drain

4.9·719 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
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Strengths
5-minute on-site arrival for a multi-unit building emergency;
Holiday + weekend dispatch documented: Christmas-day faucet…
Fair-price perception explicit: Tim (dispatch) + Alex did 'quick…
Concerns
One reviewer flagged service as expensive…

24/7 Rooter & Plumbing

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Sub-hour arrival cited in 2 of 5 sampled reviews (Edwin within an…
Same-day water heater replacement completed in 3 hours…
Weekend / after-hours emergency capability documented (7:30pm…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Flow Masters Plumbing, Drain and Water Heater

4.9·687 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
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Techs went out of their way: installed a new furnace on…
Stands behind their work: dispatched original crew quickly to…
Reviewers describe clear options at a range of costs and detailed…
Concerns
Scheduling can require two visits

Oakland Plumbing Experts

4.9·37 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.9Google
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Strengths
Phone-first troubleshooting saves customers a service call
Strong water-heater and faucet/disposal track record:…
Honest, fair-pricing reputation across long-tenure customers…
Concerns
Follow-up communication failures cited: voicemail and email…

Big Brothers Plumbing Inc

5·151 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
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Named techs (Jorge, Jesus, Ruben) produce repeat-customer 5-stars…
Same-day-plumber=17 with a documented 15-minute Sunday-night…
Toilet, water-heater, and faucet work consistently 5-star with…
Concerns
One Sunday ceiling-leak repair was reported as still leaking…
Quote/email follow-up gaps: themeCounts.slow_response=1 with one…

SplashFix Plumbing

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Sunday urgent water-pipe call returned personally by owner Isaac…
Whole-house water-pressure tuning: PRV swap, new main shutoff,…
Coordinated a repair for an out-of-state family caring for a…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Whistle Plumbing

5·378 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
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5.0Google
378
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Strengths
Fair pricing and honesty cited across 4 of 5 sampled reviews
Weekend/holiday emergency response documented (New Year's Eve…
Repeat-customer loyalty: multi-year homeowner, laundromat owner…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses

Works Plumbing Repair & Drain Cleaning

4.8·642 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
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4.8Google
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Strengths
Handled warranty paperwork on a water heater repair so the…
Sewer cam inspection led to full cast-iron-to-ABS pipe…
Manager/estimator came out personally during a job to explain a…
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 San Francisco, CA?
Garbage disposal repair in San Francisco 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 Francisco 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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