Garbage Disposal Replacement Cost in Maine
$180 – $630We estimate garbage disposal replacement in Maine at $180 to $630 for a replacement disposal on existing plumbing and wiring. The national estimate is $180 to $630. Maine plumber pay is 0% above the national median, ranking 25 of 51.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $100 | $350 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 1 | 2 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $77 | $138 |
| Estimated total | $180 | $630 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the Maine median wage from BLS (2025, $30.77 an hour) times 2.5 to 4.5 to cover payroll costs, overhead, travel and profit. How we estimate
What our assumptions are based on
| Item | Sourced figure | Basis | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor hours | 1 – 4 | 1 to 4 hours (This Old House); 2 to 4 hours for a replacement including removal (Fixr); 1 to 3 hours (Bob Vila). | This Old House, Fixr, Bob Vila |
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| This Old House | $150 | $950 | Buying and installing a new disposal. Page dated June 2026. |
| Fixr | $300 | $600 | National range, installed. Page dated January 2025. |
| Bob Vila | $150 | $950 | Replacement, citing Angi. Page dated July 2022. |
Who can legally do this in Maine
The State of Maine licenses plumbers, who can face discipline from their licensing board if they violate Maine law or the board's rules.
Compared with neighboring states
| State | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $32.12 | $180 | $640 |
Other plumber jobs in Maine
- Toilet Replacement
- Faucet Replacement
- Drain Cleaning
- Water Heater Replacement
- Tankless Water Heater Installation
- Pipe Repair
- Whole-House Repipe
- Sewer Line Repair
Garbage Disposal Replacement cost in every state · Maine home repair guide
Sources
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.