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Disposals compatible with septic systems?
We believe the seller of the house we have had a disposal but there is
none in the sink now. Are there negatives or pitfalls combining the two? Our son and DIL have the combination and haven't reported problems but I guess a "second opinion" could benefit us. Thoughts welcomed. |
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Disposals compatible with septic systems?
queried: We believe the seller of the house we have had a disposal but there is none in the sink now. Are there negatives or pitfalls combining the two? Our son and DIL have the combination and haven't reported problems but I guess a "second opinion" could benefit us. Thoughts welcomed. A garbage disposal on a septic system is not recommended - IMHO. The thing that kills septic systems & leach fields is solids, why would you want to add more to the system? I'd also stay away from bleach, any strong chemicals, fats, grease, hair, etc. Pump and inspect the tank (and baffles) at least every other year. That's just my 2 cents though..... |
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Disposals compatible with septic systems?
http://www.montana.edu/wwwpb/pubs/mt9403.html P.S. On that page: Table 1 lists how often you need to pump out your tank on average, given the size of the tank and the number of persons living in the household. These figures were calculated assuming there was no garbage disposal unit hooked up to the system. The use of a kitchen garbage disposal will increase the amount of solids in the holding tank by as much as 50 percent. |
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Disposals compatible with septic systems?
I've had a septic system for years (recently got annexed so now on city
sewer), and used a garbage disposal without problems. Of course, with only two people living in a house built for five, the septic system had plenty over overcapacity. I'd just be careful what you dispose. Food scraps are probably OK. The main thing is to make sure you don't kill the bacteria that break down the solids. A garbage disposal is probably less harmful than a bottle of bleach. Just keep it within reasonable proportions. HTH. wrote: We believe the seller of the house we have had a disposal but there is none in the sink now. Are there negatives or pitfalls combining the two? Our son and DIL have the combination and haven't reported problems but I guess a "second opinion" could benefit us. Thoughts welcomed. |
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Disposals compatible with septic systems?
I've had a septic system for years (recently got annexed so now on city
sewer), and used a garbage disposal without problems. Of course, with only two people living in a house built for five, the septic system had plenty over overcapacity. I'd just be careful what you dispose. Food scraps are probably OK. The main thing is to make sure you don't kill the bacteria that break down the solids. A garbage disposal is probably less harmful than a bottle of bleach. Just keep it within reasonable proportions. HTH. wrote: We believe the seller of the house we have had a disposal but there is none in the sink now. Are there negatives or pitfalls combining the two? Our son and DIL have the combination and haven't reported problems but I guess a "second opinion" could benefit us. Thoughts welcomed. |
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Disposals compatible with septic systems?
blathered on about http://www.montana.edu/wwwpb/pubs/mt9403.html P.S. On that page: Table 1 lists how often you need to pump out your tank on average, given the size of the tank and the number of persons living in the household. These figures were calculated assuming there was no garbage disposal unit hooked up to the system. The use of a kitchen garbage disposal will increase the amount of solids in the holding tank by as much as 50 percent. I rest my case....... |
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Disposals compatible with septic systems?
Oh pshaw, on Mon 03 Jul 2006 10:09:40a, meant to say...
We believe the seller of the house we have had a disposal but there is none in the sink now. Are there negatives or pitfalls combining the two? Our son and DIL have the combination and haven't reported problems but I guess a "second opinion" could benefit us. Thoughts welcomed. It *can* be a problem, but the problem can be minimized. First off, InSinkErator makes a model specifically for use with septic systems that injects a solution to help break down the food while grinding. http://www.insinkerator.com/isejsp/p...5&template=hhd Second, it's best to stick with grinding soft food waste only; e.g., vegetables, fruits, cooked meats, etc. Avoid bones and highly fibrous materials like corn husks, pineapple leaves and peels. Avoid other materials like paper products. It's amazing how many people put paper towels down their disposers. We have never lived in a house with a septic system, but will soon be moving to one. We plan on installing one of the InSinkErator models mentioned above. -- Wayne Boatwright @¿@¬ _____________________ |
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Disposals compatible with septic systems?
On Mon, 03 Jul 2006 13:09:40 -0400, wrote:
We believe the seller of the house we have had a disposal but there is none in the sink now. Are there negatives or pitfalls combining the two? Our son and DIL have the combination and haven't reported problems but I guess a "second opinion" could benefit us. Thoughts welcomed. I've heard they are not a good combination, but that was 'old information', since now you can get a Garbage Disposal with an 'enzyme pack'. http://www.urlbee.com?7156 So, imho I don't know. Guess a little check with this InSinkErator manufacture's information for more help. hth, tom @ www.NoCostAds.com |
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