Homeowner checklist

Garbage disposals: useful habits, safe limits and septic care

Use these steps to plan, check and keep a record of your next actions.

• Confirm the disposer is permitted and suitable for the wastewater system.
• Save the exact model manual and identify the specified isolation method.
• Review allowed use and care with everyone in the household.
• Have recurring blockage or leakage diagnosed as an appliance or drain issue.
• Arrange qualified service for inaccessible, electrical or uncertain faults.

Notes & questions to follow up