Jammed, humming, leaking, or worn-out garbage disposals repaired or replaced by licensed plumbers across Tampa Bay.
Is Your Garbage Disposal Humming, Leaking, or Not Working?
All Hours Plumber is a licensed Florida plumbing company (CFC1431544) that repairs and installs garbage disposals across Tampa Bay. Call 813-774-1199 to talk to a live team member, any hour.
A disposal that hums, jams, leaks, or drains slowly usually has one of a few causes. We find which one, then repair it or replace the unit, and you get a flat price before we start.
Putting in a new disposal? We connect it to your sink drain and dishwasher line and test it for leaks before we leave.
What Garbage Disposal Problems Do We Fix?
These are the disposal problems Tampa Bay homeowners call us about most.
Humming but not spinning
Something is usually stuck between the grinding plate and the ring, or the motor is failing. Turn it off so the motor doesn't burn out.
Won't turn on
The reset button on the bottom may have tripped, or the unit may be worn out.
Leaking under the sink
Leaks can come from the sink flange, the drain or dishwasher connection, or a cracked housing.
Slow drain or backup
Food waste can clog the drain line past the disposal. We clear it with our drain cleaning service.
Loud grinding or rattling
Metal, glass, or bones inside the unit, or worn internal parts.
A smell that won't go away
Food stuck in the unit or in the drain line past it.
How Does a Garbage Disposal Visit Work?
A licensed plumber finds the cause, tells you whether it's worth repairing, and gives you a flat price. Most disposal repairs and installs are done in one visit.
- You call or request service. Call 813-774-1199 any hour, or send a request online.
- We dispatch a plumber. We tell you who's coming and roughly when.
- We find the problem. We check the unit, the drain, and the connections under the sink.
- You approve a flat price. Repair or replace, priced before we start.
- We fix it and test it. We run water through it and check every connection for leaks.
What Can I Try Before I Call?
Cut the power and try freeing the jam from underneath, then press the reset button. If it still hums or won’t turn on, stop and call us, because running a jammed disposal can burn out the motor.
Try these steps first:
Should You Repair or Replace Your Garbage Disposal?
A jam, a loose connection, or a leaking sink flange is usually a quick garbage disposal repair. If the housing is cracked and leaking, the motor is burned out, or the unit is old and keeps jamming, replacing it usually makes more sense. We’ll price both options before any work starts.
What Happens When You Install a New Garbage Disposal?
For a garbage disposal installation, we remove the old unit, mount the new one to your sink, and connect it to the drain and dishwasher line. Then we run water through it and check every connection for leaks. Most installs take under 90 minutes.
Choosing a Size
- 1/3 to 1/2 HP: fine for light use and small households.
- 3/4 HP: handles most family kitchens and jams less often.
- 1 HP: for heavy cooking or large households, and usually the quietest.
What’s Included
- Removing and hauling away your old disposal
- A new sink flange and mounting ring if needed
- Removing the dishwasher knockout plug so your dishwasher drains through the new unit
- A leak test on every connection before we leave
We install InSinkErator, Waste King, Moen, KitchenAid, and other major brands, or we can put in a unit you’ve already bought.
What Affects the Cost of Garbage Disposal Repair?
Here's what changes the price most.
- Repair or new unit. Clearing a jam costs less than replacing the disposal.
- The new unit you choose. Size and horsepower vary.
- Parts under the sink. A new sink flange, drain piping, or dishwasher connection.
- The drain line. If the clog is past the disposal, the line may need cleaning too.
Recent Garbage Disposal Jobs in Tampa Bay
These are real disposal jobs our plumbers finished around Tampa Bay. The photos are from our own crew.
Disposal and Drain Line Install in Palm Harbor
New garbage disposal and PVC drain piping installed under this Palm Harbor kitchen sink, with every connection tested for leaks.
Moen Garbage Disposal Installation in South Tampa
Our plumbers installed a new Moen 1/2 HP disposal and connected the dishwasher drain hose and sink drain line, then ran water through both to check for leaks.
Garbage Disposal Repair in Westchase
This disposal was jammed and humming. All Hours Plumber freed the jam, reset the motor and made sure the dishwasher and drain connections had no leaks.
InSinkErator Badger 5 Install in Ybor City
An InSinkErator Badger 5 installed under a stainless steel sink in a historic Ybor City apartment, with the dishwasher line and tubular drains hooked up.
Disposal and P-Trap Install in Citrus Park
Our plumbers installed a garbage disposal with a new PVC P-trap and drain line under this Citrus Park kitchen sink.
Kitchen Disposal Repair in Seminole Heights
The disposal was leaking at a rusty flange. We removed the old flange and replaced it. Remounted and checked for leaks and proper operation.
What Our Customers Say
Why Tampa Bay Calls All Hours Plumber
Licensed in Florida. State Plumbing License CFC1431544, active through August 2028.Run by a working plumber. Owner has more than 20 years in the trade.Open 24/7. Nights, weekends, and holidays, with a live person dispatching.Flat price before work starts. No hourly charges or hidden fees.Warranty on parts and labor.4.9 stars from 530 Google reviews. Customers mention Chad, Vinny, Yoan, and Marc by name. Read our reviewsWhat Cities and Neighborhoods Does All Hours Plumber Serve?
- Tampa
- St. Petersburg
- Clearwater
- Wesley Chapel
- Odessa
- Lutz
- Westchase
- Town 'n' Country
- Carrollwood
- Citrus Park
- Seminole Heights
- Temple Terrace
- South Tampa
- Davis Islands
- Oldsmar
- Safety Harbor
- Dunedin
- Largo
Garbage Disposal FAQ
Why is my garbage disposal humming but not working?
A humming disposal is usually jammed. Something is stuck between the grinding plate and the ring, so the motor can't turn. Turn it off right away and press the reset button. If it still hums, call 813-774-1199.
How do I reset my garbage disposal?
Turn it off and wait a few minutes. Then press the red reset button on the bottom of the unit, run cold water, and try the switch again.
Why is my garbage disposal leaking?
Leaks usually come from the sink flange at the top, the drain or dishwasher connection on the side, or a cracked housing at the bottom. A cracked housing usually means it's time to replace the unit.
Do you install new garbage disposals?
Yes. We install new garbage disposals, connect them to your sink drain and dishwasher, and test everything for leaks.
What shouldn't I put down my garbage disposal?
Keep out grease and oil, coffee grounds, stringy peels like celery and onion skins, pasta and rice, bones, fruit pits, and anything that isn't food.
How much does garbage disposal repair cost?
It depends on whether it's a repair or a new unit. We give you an upfront flat-rate price before any work starts, with no hourly charges or hidden fees.
Is All Hours Plumber licensed and insured?
Yes. All Hours Plumber holds Florida State Plumbing License CFC1431544, active through August 2028, and is insured.
Can I use Drano or another chemical drain cleaner in my garbage disposal?
No. Chemical drain cleaners can damage the disposal’s seals and pipes, and they leave caustic water sitting in the unit. If the drain is slow, call us and we’ll clear it mechanically.
How long does it take to install a garbage disposal?
Most installs take under 90 minutes. Jobs take longer if the sink flange, drain piping, or electrical connection needs work.
Get Your Garbage Disposal Working Again
Jammed, leaking, or dead disposal? Call 813-774-1199 and talk to our team, any hour. Prefer a call? Send us a service request with a few details, and we’ll call you to get you scheduled.