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Thinking of putting one in my house. Built in 1979, never had one. Can I do it?
I did a quick search, and found that Raleigh removed their ban in 2008, but could not find anything on Cary. Anyone have an answer (and a source to make me feel comfortable I won't get a $25k fine)?
Cary never banned them. You could call inspections or maybe the wastewater department to mask (edit, or better yet, ask )but I inspect new construction houses at least weekly in Cary (or Apex or Morrisville which are hooked to the same system, which Cary runs) and they all have disposers.
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Raleigh's one-month ban on garbage disposals is a sad (absurd?) moment in the history of Mayor Meeker and the City Council, which voted 7-0 to impose it. Mayor McFarlane and Russ Stephenson are still around from that time. The Utilities Director of the City quietly retired the year after repeal.
Cary never banned them. You could call inspections or maybe the wastewater department to mask, but inspect new construction houses at least weekly in Cary (or Apex or Morrisville which are hooked to the same system, which Cary runs) and they all have disposers.
Thanks, according to Cary Plumbing, it should not be a problem (on city water, not septic). After I posted this, I figured they would know, and I had to call them about another issue. Having them out for that, is why I was thinking of the disposal. Two birds, one stone.
Since you mentioned it, in case anyone else sees this, definitely think twice about using a disposer on a septic system. They make some supposedly septic safe ones, but most septic guys will tell you they're a still bad idea and you should be very care what you put down them.
Since you mentioned it, in case anyone else sees this, definitely think twice about using a disposer on a septic system. They make some supposedly septic safe ones, but most septic guys will tell you they're a still bad idea and you should be very care what you put down them.
Yep! They can be very problematic on septic systems as the garbage does not break down easily. The "septic safe" ones utilize an enzyme that is designed to help break down the garbage but after the enzyme is used up most home owners never refill. In my opinion the cost of pumping the septic more often outweighs the convenience of the disposal.
Thanks, according to Cary Plumbing, it should not be a problem (on city water, not septic). After I posted this, I figured they would know, and I had to call them about another issue. Having them out for that, is why I was thinking of the disposal. Two birds, one stone.
Cary Plumbing will install a disposal you purchase and provide. They have done it for me a couple of times.
But... Do you have a suitable electrical outlet for the disposal?
You could end up with a bigger bill for an electrician than for the disposal and plumber.
Since you mentioned it, in case anyone else sees this, definitely think twice about using a disposer on a septic system. They make some supposedly septic safe ones, but most septic guys will tell you they're a still bad idea and you should be very care what you put down them.
We have a disposal on our septic system, but never use it. It was installed in the house when we bought it.
We catch all of the food waste in the sink strainer and throw it in the trash can.
Cary Plumbing will install a disposal you purchase and provide. They have done it for me a couple of times.
But... Do you have a suitable electrical outlet for the disposal?
You could end up with a bigger bill for an electrician than for the disposal and plumber.
Yes (but for others reading, this is a very good point).
One of the reasons I use Cary Plumbing is because they are good like this. When on the phone, they asked these questions. I do have an outlet box under the sink, so it should be easy enough to wire. Power is there, and even if they can't do a strait plug-in, they have the electrical source right there.
But your point is correct. The conversation would have saved me a lot of time and money. I'd hate to buy a $150 disposal, then pay a few hundred for a plumber, only to find out I need an electrician to come out, and THEN get the plumber back out to finish the job.
The other reason I REALLY like Cary Plumbing is their customer service. They've done a few really good things for us, and always been fair on pricing. This time, they were too busy, but still got back to me and said "It will be monday before we can get you in, I assume that is too long. Would you like a referral to another company?" They gave us the referral, and they came same day and fixed our problem, which was a clogged drain that I could not solve.
That's pretty good.
Sorry, I got a bit chatty on ya! Yes, we have power down there.
Since you mentioned it, in case anyone else sees this, definitely think twice about using a disposer on a septic system. They make some supposedly septic safe ones, but most septic guys will tell you they're a still bad idea and you should be very care what you put down them.
Yeah, I catch all my food waste and feed it to the chickens.
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)but I inspect new construction houses at least weekly in Cary (or Apex or Morrisville which are hooked to the same system, which Cary runs) and they all have disposers.
