Garbage Disposal Repair in Silver Spring, MD
Disposal jammed or leaking? Get it fixed by a rated pro.
Montgomery County15 plumbers available
All Garbage Disposal Repair Pros in Silver Spring
RS Plumbing LLC
5·26 reviews·
19 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick5.0Google
Strengths
Fair pricing repeated across reviews including a faucet swap and…
Drain clog cleared within 90 minutes after on-time arrival
Booties worn before entering the house and questions answered…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.6·8.3k reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.6Google
Strengths
Same-day and weekend dispatch is well-documented…
Water heater work draws detailed positive reviews (water-heater 7…
One reviewer cites returning at no extra charge to redo a toilet…
Concerns
Expensive cited 3 times with 13 plumber-cost mentions;
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
4.7·6.3k reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Strengths
Arrives within stated timeframe;
Identifies and alerts to serious safety hazards beyond the…
Provides honest estimates without pressure to upsell unnecessary…
Combines professionalism with attention to detail (floor…
Preliminary listing — full review analysis coming soon
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·130 reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater replacement is a documented strength including…
Water-line repair quotes beat competitors by more than $3K in one…
Same-day-plumber cited 6 times with workmanship cited 15 times…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Heil Plumbing & HVAC
5·997 reviews·
9 mi awayGoogle Verified
+4 more
Avoid5.0Google
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Thomas E Clark Inc
4.8·306 reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-day or under-2-hour arrival is a repeated pattern…
Handles full water-line replacement including permits and LPRAP…
Clear technician communication and options-based estimates…
Concerns
Expensive flagged in 4 reviews and 13 plumber-cost mentions;
Mallick Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
4.9·2.1k reviews·
14 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater and water softener installs draw detailed positive…
Repipe / corroded pipe replacement called out in detail by a…
Concerns
Only 6 reviews carried into the analysis pass
Brian B. Quick Plumbing
4.8·1.5k reviews·
7 mi awayGoogle Verified
+2 more
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Weekend and emergency response is consistent…
Faucet, toilet, and disposal repair work draws repeat praise…
Technicians cited by name for taking creative cost-effective…
Concerns
1-star review documents cracked bathtub tile and an…
Expensive cited 5 times and one 1-star reviewer reports…
Len the Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.7·7.1k reviews·
16 mi away — Edge of service areaGoogle Verified
+4 more
Solid pick4.7Google
Strengths
Online booking to on-site arrival in 2 hours
Live-tracker for tech ETA repeatedly mentioned as a…
Strong on water heaters (specialty score 84), drains (90), and…
Concerns
One reviewer notes appointment confirmations didn't arrive until…
Pricing-fairness score of 65 reflects specific notes that work…
Tim Whistler Plumbing, Gas Fitting, HVAC, and Electrical
4.8·300 reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
Solid pick4.8Google
Strengths
Gas line, gas fireplace and water-heater work draw repeat praise…
Fast_response cited in 26 of 100 analyzed reviews with same-day…
Concerns
1-star reviewer reports receptionist hung up while refusing to…
Surprise upcharges on top of attractive baseline quotes
Review consistency 0.648 with 11% negative sentiment is the…
Service Force Plumbing
4.9·674 reviews·
10 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Fast arrival is a dominant pattern (fast_response cited 24 times)
Multi-day, multi-tech jobs (sewer camera, water-line,…
Reviewers cite upfront pricing and 6-year parts-AND-labor…
Concerns
Surprise_fees flagged once
Len The Plumber Heating & Air, LLC
4.9·1.5k reviews·
8 mi awayGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Weekend/holiday dispatch documented twice (heat emergency 'worked…
Major sanitary drain line + garbage disposal combo job handled…
Day-after-ice-storm dispatch to a coat-closet leak with cost…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
All Clear Plumbing & Drain Service, LLC
4.9·560 reviews·
12 mi away — Serves your areaGoogle Verified
+2 more
Top pick4.9Google
Strengths
Water heater work is the dominant strength
Same-day or next-day install pattern is repeated…
Toilet installs called out as clean and on time (toilet-repair 11…
Concerns
2 of 100 analyzed are 1-star and a 3-star outlier
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Silver Spring
4.8·440 reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
+3 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Punctual arrival and tidy cleanup cited by name in 3 of 5 reviews…
Tankless water heater install received a 'great estimate compared…
Same-afternoon response to a Sunday kitchen sink clog days before…
Concerns
Not enough data to identify weaknesses
Guerrero Plumbing, LLC
4.8·81 reviews·
In Silver SpringGoogle Verified
+5 more
Top pick4.8Google
Strengths
Same-evening after-5:30pm dispatch within the hour for a flooded…
Transparent pricing cited on a water heater install ('this is how…
Repeat-customer language in 2 of 5 reviews ('only plumber I will…
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 Silver Spring, MD?
Garbage disposal repair in Silver Spring 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 Montgomery 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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