Garbage Disposal Installation
New installs, remodels, continuous and batch feed units, compact and high-HP upgrades.
South Austin's 78745 is the city's comfortable middle: 1960s through 1980s ranch homes around West Gate and Crockett High School, big lots, and neighbors who have been there for decades. This is honest replacement country. The disposals here were installed years ago, served well, and are now leaking from the motor seal or tripping the reset weekly. Homeowners want a fair price and a clean job, and that is exactly what we deliver. Williamson Creek runs through the area, and the older streets have the mature trees and settled soils that shift old drain lines, so we inspect the trap arm on every job. Most appointments are same-week, most jobs finish in one visit, and the old unit always leaves with us.
Whether you need a new garbage disposal installed, a jammed or leaking unit repaired, or a full replacement, our plumbers serve South Austin daily with same-day appointments and flat-rate quotes confirmed before work starts.
Services
Garbage Disposal Services in South Austin
From a dead unit that only hums to a full kitchen remodel, here is what our plumbers do every day in South Austin:
Garbage Disposal Repair
Jam removal, leak repair, reset and electrical troubleshooting, odor elimination.
Garbage Disposal Replacement
Same-day swap-outs for dead or failing units, right-sized horsepower, haul-away included.
Installation Cost Guide
What a plumber charges in Austin, unit prices, and DIY vs pro compared honestly.
South Austin Homes and Their Disposals
1960s to 1980s single-story ranch homes, many with original or once-remodeled kitchens. Cabinets are full-size and plumbing is conventional, though some of the 1960s homes still have galvanized drain sections worth inspecting. The disposals being replaced are second or third generation, typically mid-range 1/2 HP models. Electrical is generally adequate with room for GFCI upgrades where missing. Pier-and-beam foundations under many homes make trap and drain access straightforward.
Working Around South Austin
When we are not under a sink in South Austin, you will find our trucks near local landmarks like:
- West Gate
- Crockett High School
- Williamson Creek
- South Congress Avenue
Local note: Settled soils near Williamson Creek shift older drain lines in 78745, and a tilted trap arm makes even a new disposal drain slowly and smell. We level-check the trap arm on every install here and re-hang it when needed. It is a small carpentry-plus-plumbing detail, but it is the difference between a disposal that smells in a year and one that never does.
Pricing
What It Costs in South Austin
Flat-rate ranges we actually charge in South Austin:
| Job | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard replacement (unit plus labor) | $285 - $475 | Same mount, outlet already present |
| New install from scratch | $425 - $750 | Includes outlet or air-switch wiring |
| Repair visit (diagnose and fix) | $95 - $195 | Reset, unjam, flange reseal, gasket |
| Upgrade to 3/4 or 1 HP quiet unit | $375 - $625 | Quieter grind, handles fibrous food |
Ranges for the Austin area in 2026. We confirm your exact flat price before work starts.
Our standard
How We Work in South Austin
A disposal is only as good as its install. This is the standard we hold on every South Austin job:
- Mount ring torqued to spec so the unit never works loose and vibrates
- Electrical connections in a proper box, corded or hardwired to code
- Splash guard and stopper checked, replacements on the truck
- Work area left cleaner than we found it, old parts hauled away
1
Call or book online
Tell us the symptoms or the unit you want. Same-day slots across Austin, evenings included.
2
Get a flat quote
We confirm the sink setup and give you one fixed price before touching a wrench.
3
We install or repair
Most jobs finish in 60 to 120 minutes, with full testing before we pack up.
4
We haul the old unit
Old disposal recycled or disposed of properly, cabinet wiped down, warranty in writing.
Common questions
South Austin (78745) FAQ
How fast can you get to South Austin?
We run daily routes across the Austin area and offer same-day appointments in South Austin Monday through Saturday. Call before noon and we can usually be there the same day.
Do you work with dishwashers connected to the disposal?
Every install in South Austin includes the dishwasher hookup: knockout plug removed, drain line run with a proper high loop, and a full drain test before we leave.
Do you install batch feed disposals in South Austin?
Yes. Batch feed units, which only run with the stopper in place, are great for homes with small children. We stock and install them alongside standard continuous feed models.
How much does garbage disposal installation cost in 78745?
In South Austin, a standard replacement runs $285 to $475 including the unit, and a new install from scratch runs $425 to $750. We confirm your exact flat price before work starts.
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Same-day garbage disposal service in 78745. Call now and get a flat quote before we roll a truck.
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