Garbage Disposal Replacement in Montgomery County, MD
When a garbage disposal stops working, hums without turning, leaks from the bottom, or trips its own circuit breaker repeatedly, it is at the end of its life. Jacob and his crew have been replacing disposals throughout Montgomery County for over 10 years. The old unit comes out, the mounting ring and drain connection are checked, a new unit goes in, and it is tested before the crew leaves. Property Renovators Handyman Services handles garbage disposal replacement throughout Montgomery County, MD. Licensed handyman
Based in Gaithersburg, Property Renovators Handyman Services handles the full job, including the electrical connection under the sink. Jacob gives you a straight quote before starting. No surprises.
What's Included
Old disposal disconnection and removal from the mounting ring
Sink flange inspection and replacement if corroded or leaking
New disposal installation on the 3-bolt EZ mount or equivalent
Drain connection and discharge tube alignment to the P-trap
Electrical connection to existing switched outlet under the sink
Dishwasher knockout removal if dishwasher drain connects to the disposal
Run test and leak check before leaving
Signs Your Disposal Needs Replacing
Motor hums but the unit does not spin even after hitting the reset button
Water leaking from the bottom of the disposal housing
Loud grinding or metal-on-metal sound during operation
Circuit trips repeatedly when the disposal runs
Persistent odor that does not clear even after cleaning
Unit is more than 10 years old and underperforming
Frequently Asked Questions About Garbage Disposal
Cost depends on the unit and complexity of the installation. Jacob gives you a straight quote before scheduling. Parts and labor are quoted together, no surprises.
If the motor hums but nothing moves, it needs a reset or a jam cleared. If it leaks from the bottom, makes grinding metal sounds, or repeatedly trips the circuit, replacement is the better call. Jacob will tell you which before starting any work.
Jacob installs all major brands including InSinkErator, Moen, Waste King, and Badger. If you have a brand preference, let him know when you call.
A standard disposal swap takes 45 minutes to one hour. If the sink flange needs replacing or there is no outlet under the sink, the job runs one and a half to two hours.
Press the small reset button on the bottom of the unit. If it clicks and the disposal runs after that, it tripped the overload protector. If it hums without spinning or will not reset, the motor or plate is jammed or failed. Jacob diagnoses which is the case and tells you whether it needs clearing or replacement.
Most standard disposals share the same 3-bolt mounting ring. Jacob checks the mounting, drain connection, and electrical before quoting so there are no surprises. If your disposal is a non-standard mount, he tells you upfront.
If there is no switched outlet under the sink, running one is an additional step Jacob can quote separately. He will tell you whether it is a simple connection or whether a licensed electrician is needed for panel work.
If it is making a grinding or rattling noise, run it briefly so you can describe it accurately. If it has stopped working or is leaking, leave it off and let Jacob assess it in person.
Yes. Property Renovators Handyman Services covers all of Montgomery County, MD including Gaithersburg, Rockville, Germantown, Silver Spring, Bethesda, Potomac, and more.
Garbage Disposal by City
Jacob serves all of Montgomery County. Select your city for local pricing context, neighborhood-specific notes, and FAQs for your area.