A garbage disposal usually fails at the worst time — mid-cleanup, with a sink full of water. The good news is that many disposal problems are simple: a jam you can clear, a tripped reset button, or a stuck flywheel. When the motor has burned out or the unit is leaking from the body, replacement is quick and inexpensive, and a better unit runs quieter and lasts longer.
We repair, replace, and install garbage disposals of every size, and we wire and plumb them correctly so they drain cleanly and do not leak at the sink flange or the dishwasher connection. If your disposal keeps jamming or the drain keeps clogging, we look past the unit — the real cause is often what is going into it or a problem further down the line.
When to call us for garbage disposal service
It hums but will not turn
A humming disposal usually has a jammed flywheel. We clear the jam and check the motor — often a same-visit fix.
It is completely dead
No sound at all often means a tripped reset or a wiring issue. We diagnose whether it is a reset, an outlet, or a failed motor.
Water leaking underneath
A leak at the sink flange, the drain, or the dishwasher hose can rot the cabinet. We reseal the connection or replace the unit.
Constant clogging or backups
A disposal that keeps backing up may point to a drain-line issue, not the unit. We check both.
What's included in our garbage disposal service
Every garbage disposal service job is a complete, documented service — not a quick patch. Here's what you can expect when our licensed team is on site.
- A full diagnostic — jam, reset, wiring, motor, and connections
- Jam clearing and reset when the unit is otherwise sound
- A right-sized replacement installed and correctly plumbed
- Proper sink-flange sealing and dishwasher-hose connection
- A run-and-drain test with a leak check at every joint
- Removal and disposal of the old unit
Our process
- 1
Diagnose the failure
We check for a jam, a tripped reset, wiring, and the motor to find whether it is a repair or a replacement.
- 2
Clear or repair
We free jams, reset the unit, and repair connections when the disposal is otherwise sound.
- 3
Replace and re-plumb
When the unit is done, we install a right-sized replacement and connect the drain and dishwasher line correctly.
- 4
Test and verify
We run the disposal under water, confirm it grinds and drains cleanly, and check every connection for leaks.
What affects the price
We never post fake prices. Here's what actually drives the cost — and we put the real number in writing before any work begins.
- Simple jam or reset vs. full unit replacement.
- Disposal horsepower and quality of the replacement unit.
- Whether the sink flange, drain, or dishwasher connection needs rework.
- Electrical or switch issues that need attention.
- Removal and disposal of the old unit.
Why Bloomfield Hills homeowners choose Bloomfield Hills Plumbing for garbage disposal service
We've served Bloomfield Hills and Oakland County for over 17 years, hold a 4.9-star rating across 138 reviews, and back every job with a licensed Michigan master plumber. Here's what that means for your garbage disposal service.
We try the fix first
A humming or dead disposal is often a jam or a tripped reset, not a dead motor. We clear the simple problems before recommending a new unit.
Leak-free connections
Most disposal leaks are the flange or dishwasher hose. We seal and connect correctly so water stays out of your cabinet.
We look past the unit
If a disposal keeps backing up, we check the drain line — because replacing the unit will not fix a clog downstream.
Same-day, quiet upgrades
We carry common units, so a dead disposal is usually replaced the same day — and a better model runs noticeably quieter.
Garbage Disposal Repair & Installation FAQs
Usually, yes. A hum with no spin almost always means a jammed flywheel. We clear the jam, check that the motor still runs freely, and test it. If the motor has burned out from running jammed, we will recommend a quick replacement.
The most common leak points are the sink flange (top), the drain or dishwasher connection (side), and the body itself (bottom). A flange or connection leak is repairable; a leak from the body means the unit has failed and should be replaced. We identify which one you have.
For most households a 1/2 to 3/4 HP unit is plenty; larger families or heavy use benefit from 3/4 to 1 HP for quieter, smoother grinding. We help you pick the right size and a model that fits your sink and budget.
Often, yes — it depends on the sink, drain configuration, and whether there is a switched outlet available. We assess your setup and let you know what the install involves before we start.
Frequent clogs usually come from what goes in — grease, fibrous scraps, or too much at once — or from a problem in the drain line beyond the disposal. If it keeps backing up, we check the line so we fix the cause, not just the symptom.