Blog › Aug 21, 2026
Garbage disposal repair vs replace Miami is a quick decision once you know whether the unit is jammed or truly dead. Gold Hands publishes three core lines: jam clearing / reset $89, customer-supplied install $169, and full replacement (remove old + install new) $195. This page is the decision guide; the install cost article covers shopping and sizing. HQ: 201 178th Dr, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160.
Key takeaways
- Jam clear / reset (no replacement): $89
- New install (customer-supplied unit): $169
- Full replace (remove old + install new): $195
- Add-ons: air/wall switch $59 · dishwasher line reconnect $45
- Related: disposal installation cost · dishwasher not draining · plumbing handyman
Menu prices (repair vs replace)
| Job | Labor |
|---|---|
| Jam clearing / reset (no replacement) | $89 |
| Disposal installation (customer-supplied unit) | $169 |
| Disposal replacement (old removal + new install) | $195 |
| Air switch or wall switch install (add-on) | $59 |
| Dishwasher line reconnect (add-on) | $45 |
Source: services.json garbage-disposal-installation. Unit hardware is yours unless arranged. We do not quote sewer-main or in-wall drain rebuilds as handyman SKUs.
Repair first — when $89 makes sense
- Unit hums but does not spin → often a jam; we clear and reset.
- Reset button popped after ice or bone → reset + test; no new unit needed.
- Foreign object (silverware, bottle cap) lodged in the grind chamber.
Replace — when $195 (or $169) is smarter
- No hum, no reset life — motor dead.
- Leak from the disposal body / seam (not just the sink flange gasket).
- Chronic jam on a 10–15 year unit with rusted splash guard and weak grind.
- You already bought a new unit → $169 install line if no old-unit removal complexity, or $195 when we remove and haul the failed unit as part of the swap.
Miami condo notes
- Shutoff access — know where the under-sink water valve and disposal switch live before the visit.
- Dishwasher tee — reconnect add-on is $45 when the DW drain ties into the disposal.
- Stop-lines — broken PVC in the wall, sewer backup, or panel-level electrical → we refer licensed trades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I repair or replace a garbage disposal in Miami?
Clear a jam / reset first when the unit hums or tripped ($89). Replace when the motor is dead, leaks from the body, or the unit is 10+ years and corroded — replacement (remove old + install new) is $195; customer-supplied new install alone is $169.
How much is garbage disposal jam clearing in Miami?
Jam clearing / reset with no replacement is $89 on the Gold Hands menu. If we find a failed motor or housing leak on the same visit, we switch to the replacement line after you approve.
How much does disposal replacement cost?
Disposal replacement (old unit removal + new install) is $195. Installing a customer-supplied new unit (no old removal quoted separately on that line) is $169. Air switch or wall switch add-on $59; dishwasher drain reconnect $45.
Is this the same as a licensed plumber job?
Fixture-level disposal swap and jam clear are handyman scope on our menu. If the issue is a broken drain line inside the wall, sewer backup, or electrical circuit work beyond a simple switch, we stop and refer a licensed plumber or electrician.
Do I need to buy the disposal first?
For the $169 install line, yes — supply the unit (or we can discuss sourcing). For $195 replacement, bring the new unit or ask us to coordinate before the visit. Send brand/model photos of the old disposal when you book.