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Garbage Disposal Repair in Nashville, TN

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Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical

4.8·9.7k reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
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Late-night plumbing call answered at 11:30 PM with a toilet swap…
Full house iron repipe completed without leaving a mess;
Cross-trade scheduling flexibility
Concerns
Reviewer alleges Hiller required proof (emails + calls) before…
HVAC install reportedly damaged attic door/stairs, and the…
Water-pressure plumber reportedly quoted thousands on the spot…
Multiple reviewers report jobs costing $4,000+ that they consider…

100 Percent Plumbing

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Strengths
Persistent diagnostic work
Off-hours responsiveness
Tech went to Lowe's mid-job to grab a shower cartridge so the…
Concerns
Cleanup gap on PVC main-drain install

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of South Nashville

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Honest no-charge call when a blockage resolved itself before the…
Same-day fit-in with 2 hours notice after another plumber…
Repeated mentions of cleanliness and clear communication…
Concerns
One shower-leak diagnosis quoted full valve replacement at…

Doctor Drips Plumbing - Nashville

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Strengths
Owner Jance shows up personally
Same-day scheduling holds up for water heater emergencies
Diagnostic depth — solved a pipe odor another plumber couldn't…

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Avantel Plumber of Nashville TN

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Repeatedly cited for arriving quickly on after-hours emergencies…
One water-heater customer reports they repaired the unit instead…
Drain-cleaning reviewer specifically notes no upselling and a…

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Hoffmann Brothers

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Strengths
After-hours phone triage
Same-day water heater replacement
Complex water-main work
Concerns
Pricing complaints concentrated on after-call diagnostics: $95…
$95 service fee does not roll into the repair price
Premium pricing on labor-light jobs

CORE Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

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Owner Rick answers late-night calls and prioritizes…
Multi-trade fixes after the plumbing
Persistent leak hunting

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Smooth Saling Plumbing & Water Heater Replacement

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Strengths
Emergency water heater pricing
Honest no-upsell behavior
Stand-by-the-work policy
Concerns
Christmas Eve no-show on the coldest day
Pricing on time-light jobs flagged

24/7 Emergency Plumber Nashville

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Strengths
3 AM dispatch documented
Sewage backup handled in The Gulch with same-day response
Leak detection caught a hidden Antioch leak before it spread
Concerns
Review pattern looks formulaic

Parthenon Plumbing, Heating, & AC Repair

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Customer reports tech Eli declined a tip after capping water…
18 reviews mention fast response, including same-day water heater…
Came to a longtime customer's home the day after Nashville's ice…
Concerns
One customer reports a sink p-trap leak required multiple visits…

ARS / Rescue Rooter

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Strengths
Sunday water-tank blowout drew a quick response with two…
Toilet installation by tech William cited as professional and…
HVAC tech Derek named twice for thorough assessments and…
Concerns
Multiple no-shows with no call
Billing dispute history
AC repair where the wrong part was ordered, took 4 days to be…
$710 quote for a bathroom-sink leak repair and a $119 charge for…

Busy Bee Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning

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Strengths
Same-day water heater installs
Strong workmanship signal
Owner-level fixes when a competing plumber stalled on parts
Concerns
Missed gas leak diagnosis
Pricing escalation on premium installs
1 reviewer reports a 27-minute call with owner William Matheny…
Pricing complaints: $581 charged for a thermostat swap that the…

Holt Plumbing Company

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Saturday/holiday water-heater replacement delivered with…
Fair-priced vanity install came in at the advertised number with…
Long-term repeat customers cite 25 years of consistent service…
Concerns
One reviewer alleges price gouging on a repipe estimate and that…
Office/scheduling staff repeatedly flagged
Receptionist behavior cited as rude or starchy on multiple Yelp…

Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Hendersonville

4.9·815 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
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Exceptional pricing transparency—one reviewer paid under $600…
Fast emergency response—heater failure reported in morning,…
High-quality workmanship on major jobs—entire home plumbing…
Named technicians (Jay, Jason, Bryan) consistently praised for…

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Jack Ward & Sons Plumbing Company

4.4·130 reviews·Google reviews synthesizedYelp reviews not yet synthesizedBBB reviews not yet synthesized
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Strengths
Weekend/holiday work documented
2-hour response on warranty-style calls
Took on a 10-year mystery leak from an upstairs bathroom that…
Concerns
Driver behavior complaint
Repeat-visit billing without resolution
Diagnostic stickiness on repeat-leak jobs
Quote-to-job handoff gap

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 Nashville, TN?
Garbage disposal repair in Nashville 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 Davidson 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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