Will my garbage disposal impact my septic tank?

• <div><p>Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you’re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn’t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won’t have enough time to consume it before more is added, which can lead to an overflow in the drain field. Your tank will need to be pumped more frequently with excessive or improper garbage disposal use. </p></div>

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Q: Can you pour boiling water down the garbage disposal?

• <div><p>You can pour boiling water down the garbage disposal only when cleaning it. Use hot water to flush baking soda and vinegar down the drain for a quick clean-up. For running food down the disposal, always use cold water.</p></div>

Q: How often should you replace a garbage disposal?

• <div><p>Garbage disposals can last between 10 and 12 years, so if your unit is pushing its lifespan, it may be a good idea to replace it. If your unit isn&rsquo;t approaching the 10-year mark, try investigating other parts of the disposal to see if there's an affordable repair on the horizon. For example, rubber has a shorter lifespan than 10 years, connections and hoses loosen over time, and sink flanges can cause leaks that have nothing to do with disposals.</p></div>

Q: Do garbage disposals fit all sinks?

• <div><p>Garbage disposals fit the drains of nearly every sink out there due to universal drain hole sizes of 3 1/2 to 4 inches, but the same isn&rsquo;t true for the housing underneath the sink. You need plenty of room to fit a garbage disposal under there, so measure the space ahead of time and use those dimensions when shopping for a new model. If you&rsquo;re replacing an existing model, get one in that size.</p></div>

Q: Why does my garbage disposal have power but won’t spin?

• <div><p>If your garbage disposal powers up and you can hear it hum, but the arms inside aren&rsquo;t moving, the problem might be a stubborn clog, a build-up of grease, or a jam of the impeller plate. To troubleshoot these, ensure your unit is off and disconnected from its power source before checking inside the drain or attempting to manually rotate the impeller arms or plate from the underside of the unit. A hex wrench can help.</p></div>

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The Refiner's Collective did an awesome job listening and doing exactly what I asked for. The owner was empathetic and engaged with my family's needs. The crew that came was courteous and friendly and the communication throughout the project was strong. Highly recommend this vendor!
The Refiner's Collective
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Reviewed in May 2020
They have great communication and follow up.
Professional Home Inspections
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Reviewed in July 2019
Amazing. I contacted Lee because I had a number of projects. I called & left a message & he responded within a couple of hours. He was already booked for the next 6 weeks. I said the only pressing task was replacing my garbage disposal. He said he would try to slip me in. Sure enough a day or...
Lee Evans Home Maintenance
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Reviewed in August 2018
OVERALL: Summer was fantastic to work with in every way. Richard, the plumber, was incredibly professional, respectful, and enjoyable to work with. He gave us a written estimate in advance (including how long the job would take), gave us honest advice about what work needed to be done and could...
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Reviewed in September 2015
This is my second time using Lafayette PC. The first time I used Lafayette PC was back in 2013. Everything about the company was top notch so I used them again. However, my experience this time was much different. Communication was terrible, work not complete by given date, and the service...
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Reviewed in August 2014
found out afterward, after i had to hire Lee Company to fix it right, that he way overcharged and didn't 100% solve the problem with the plumbing (figuring out why my dishwasher/garbage disposal was leaking)
A Few Men & Tools
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Reviewed in June 2014
I got a special deal in the mail. I have never used a lawn care service before so I decided to try this one. I called and got a nice person who told me what I would receive for my money. She said I would get a call when they were coming out (weather permitting) and they would leave something...
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Reviewed in August 2013
It was fine but we could not cancel it. They just kept coming or at least we kept receive bills. We paid for this service at least 6 months past when we wanted to terminate. They sent us to collections several times because we thought it was all paid and closed out but there were new bills.
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You can pour boiling water down the garbage disposal only when cleaning it. Use hot water to flush baking soda and vinegar down the drain for a quick clean-up. For running food down the disposal, always use cold water.

Your garbage disposal will only affect the health of your septic tank if you’re using it too frequently, or filling it with organic waste that doesn’t fully break down. If the tank fills up with too many solids, the bacteria won’t have enough time to consume it before more is added, which can lead to an overflow in the drain field. Your tank will need to be pumped more frequently with excessive or improper garbage disposal use.

Garbage disposals can last between 10 and 12 years, so if your unit is pushing its lifespan, it may be a good idea to replace it. If your unit isn’t approaching the 10-year mark, try investigating other parts of the disposal to see if there's an affordable repair on the horizon. For example, rubber has a shorter lifespan than 10 years, connections and hoses loosen over time, and sink flanges can cause leaks that have nothing to do with disposals.

Garbage disposals fit the drains of nearly every sink out there due to universal drain hole sizes of 3 1/2 to 4 inches, but the same isn’t true for the housing underneath the sink. You need plenty of room to fit a garbage disposal under there, so measure the space ahead of time and use those dimensions when shopping for a new model. If you’re replacing an existing model, get one in that size.

If your garbage disposal powers up and you can hear it hum, but the arms inside aren’t moving, the problem might be a stubborn clog, a build-up of grease, or a jam of the impeller plate. To troubleshoot these, ensure your unit is off and disconnected from its power source before checking inside the drain or attempting to manually rotate the impeller arms or plate from the underside of the unit. A hex wrench can help.

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How to Dispose of Your Christmas Tree Once the Holidays Are Over

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