Many people take for granted the process by which waste material gets eliminated from their homes. The important job that a sewage pump does on a daily basis often goes unnoticed since the pump itself is usually unseen or underground where it connects to the sewer or septic lines. One of the most common types of waste processors is a sewage grinder pump. Although most people will not have heard of this device before, it’s method of waste disposal is very similar to another common household mechanism.
How Does A Sewage Grinder Pump Work?
Sewage grinder pumps eliminate waste matter from your home in almost the exact same method as a common garbage disposer, found in your kitchen sink. As the waste material exits your home it is collected in a sewage or septic tank. Within that tank is a grinder pump which works to turn solid waste material into a more easily processed slurry, or thick liquid. The grinder pump activates once the waste water within the tank has reached a certain level and begins breaking down the waste. The processed material travels through the home’s plumbing pipes and is then released into the city our county public sewer lines. When the waste water level in the tank has decreased to another pre-set level, the grinder pump automatically turns off.
How Do I Protect My Grinder Pump?
Similar to homeowners with older septic systems that aren’t capable of handling certain materials, those with grinder pumps must be careful of what passes through their drain lines as well. Any type of fabric or cotton material should be disposed of in the trash, including baby diapers and feminine products, as these can get caught up in the grinder pump and prevent it from operating correctly. Caution should always be taken when disposing of chemical products as well. Even though the chemicals may not be harmful by themselves, if they mix with others that are sitting in the waste tank, a variety of harmful interactions could occur. Pet litter should always be thrown in the garbage, not down the drain, since the litter will absorb water and expand, causing a potential blockage.
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Just wanted to comment on your informative website. I particularly enjoyed the article on sewage grinder pumps and the point you mentioned on pet litter. Funny but it’s true. The local plumber likes it when this happens. Thanks for sharing.
Tony Corniel
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