Is your garbage disposal jammed, leaking, or making grinding noises? Or do you need a new disposal installed in your Sacramento home? A properly functioning garbage disposal makes kitchen cleanup effortless, eliminating food waste and keeping your sink drain clear. At 5-Star Plumbing, we repair all major disposal brands and install high-quality units sized correctly for your household needs. Whether you need emergency repair for a broken disposal or want to upgrade to a quieter, more powerful model, our licensed technicians provide same-day service throughout Sacramento County.
Call (916) 796-1233 for garbage disposal repair or installation – most services completed same day.
Age under 5 years: Newer disposals with minor problems (jams, loose mounting, tripped reset button) are worth repairing.
Simple fixes: Clogs, reset button trips, minor leaks from loose connections, or replacing worn gaskets cost $100-200 and restore full function.
High-quality original unit: Premium disposals (InSinkErator Evolution, Moen GX) have better build quality justifying repair investment.
Budget constraints: If replacement isn’t in your immediate budget, repairs extend life 1-3 years.
Age 8+ years: Disposals approaching or exceeding typical 8-12 year lifespan are more cost-effective to replace than repair.
Motor failure: Burned-out motors or failed bearings require complete replacement (motor isn’t serviceable).
Body cracks or corrosion: Structural damage can’t be repaired – new disposal required.
Frequent problems: If you’ve repaired the same disposal multiple times in recent years, replacement provides long-term solution.
Inadequate capacity: If your current disposal struggles with your household’s food waste volume, upgrading to more powerful model makes sense.
Major leaks: Leaks from disposal body (not connections) typically indicate replacement needed.
