Long term impact of not having a garbage disposal?

[Warren A.]

Hi,

I have a SFH rental (no septic tank) professionally PM'd and the tenant is complaining that the GD keeps breaking and actually wants it removed or else they will move out (seriously ?). The first time repaired last May , the root cause was not documented. The 2nd time , it was documented that there was glass.

I've read older threads on this forum like this one where it seems most people recommend not having a GD as it is an item that breaks frequently and is a repeat hassle.   I thought about having the PM putting language in the lease agreement for the tenant to not let food go down the sink , tenant would be responsible for any kitchen sink clogs going forward, and perhaps require use of a sink strainer but given there was glass found during the 2nd repair, I am not sure how careful or compliant the tenant would be anyway.

In addition.. let's say there is a clog in the kitchen sink with no GD, plumber takes care of it,  is there any concern about the impact to piping long term should residual food waste be allowed to accumulate in the pipes?  I am more concerned of big plumbing bill down the road .

Thanks in advance.