Can someone please tell me what this is and what it does? It’s under the kitchen sink. The house is on well and septic. I didn’t know if it had something to do with the septic. Thanks.
I don’t know for sure. Maybe a grease trap? What did it say on it?
But that S trap needs to be corrected.
and galvanized piping.
Good point, Marcel!
If you’re in the Chicago area, it reminds me of an old floodgate/backflow valve.
Newer designs are smaller and made from resins/plastics.
Google it…
https://www.google.com/search?newwindow=1&hs=x2X&q=sewer+flood+gate+valve&tbm=isch&source=univ&client=opera&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwibuZXsuuXkAhVTnJ4KHV1uCfgQ7Al6BAgCECQ&biw=1880&bih=970#imgrc=hBOyJZWMl5g1IM:
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Looks like a grease trap to me.
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Thanks for the help guys. On top of the contraption it says Shilvock Specialty Co, Chicago, ILL. I found the company is a plumbing specialty supply that’s still in business. I emailed them a picture of it inquiring what it is. I’m just waiting to hear back. I did make a note of the S-trap and galvanized plumbing.
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That would be my guess too, but I thought they usually went on the main sewer line. Grease trap would be my second.
In addition to the “S” trap, the waste line is also unvented.
It’s a grease trap typically required in multi-dwelling construction in the wonderful wind city.
I heard back from the manufacturer. They confirmed that it is indeed a grease trap.
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Makes the most sense based on the location.
There was a brief time when all homes had grease traps or Yard traps that captured kitchen grease prior to gray water going to the septic system. Over time most have been by-passed and left in the ground!
Others know more for sure!
Hey Chuck, you never want to introduce the poo poo to grease! I love reading your responses!
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I spent a few years working as a turd herder back in my school daze.
Hey Chuck, sounds like you dodged a bullet ! It’s an easy trade, shit runs down hill, pay day is Friday and DON’T chew your fingernails!
Now your a Pluumer!