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    Oct 27, 2007, 04:37 PM
    Sink Disposal backing up through the laundry tub
    Recently I used my sink disposal and the food came up through my laundy tub in the basement. The sink drains fine when the disposal is not in use. Is this a common or serious problem? Any help is appreciated.

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    Oct 28, 2007, 06:52 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by Jimg3894
    Recently I used my sink disposal and the food came up thru my laundy tub in the basement. The sink drains fine when the disposal is not in use. Is this a common or serious problem? Any help is appreciated.

    Thanks
    Sounds like you have a partial clog downstream from your laundry tray. The solution would be to snake the line out from the washer roof vent or standpipe. Good luck Tom
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