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The Truth About Garbage Disposals and Septic Systems

Many homeowners in the Gulf Coast love their garbage disposals, but if you are on a septic system, you need to use them with extreme caution. A disposal can increase the amount of solids in your tank by up to 50%.

Starch and Grease: The Silent Killers

Potato peels, pasta, and rice create a thick sludge that bacteria struggle to break down. Even worse is grease, which floats and creates a hard "scum" layer that can block your outlet baffle.

Maintenance Adjustments

If you use a disposal daily, you must pump your tank every 2 years instead of the standard 3 to 5. The extra solids simply take up too much room.

Is Your Disposal Clogging Your Tank?

Let us check your sludge levels and tell you if your kitchen habits are hurting your system.

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