Septic And Sewer Care
Septic And Sewer Care
How to Care for your Septic System and Sewer Lines
The proper septic and sewer care can save you a lot of money in the future. New tanks and leach fields can be expensive projects but with a little maintenance you can increase the life of your tank and leach field. Clogged sewer lines can also be prevented with a little maintenance as well. Below are some septic and sewer care tips on maintaining your septic system or sewer lines.
Use Water Efficiently:
Using less water means less stress on the septic system, helping it operate properly.
- Install high efficiency showerheads
- Turn off faucets while shaving or brushing your teeth
- Run dishwashers or cloth washers only when full
- Maintain your plumbing and eliminate leaks
- Install aerators in faucets
- Replace old dishwashers, toilets and cloth washers with new high efficient ones
Flush Only Human Waste & Toilet Paper
- Don’t use the toilet as a trash can
Things To Never Flush Or Put Down Your Drain or Toilet: Cloggers:
- Flushable wipes
- Diapers
- Sanitary products
- Dental floss
- Paper towels
- Coffee Grounds
- Grease & fat
- Cooking oils
- Cigarette butts
- Cat liter
Septic Tank Killers
Bacteria in most cases are not good, but with septic tanks, they are needed to break down waste. Septic systems are not designed to treat hazardous chemicals, like the ones below. These chemicals can diminish the effectiveness of your system.
The following should never be put down drains or toilets as they kill bacteria in the septic tank and in the public sewer system they pollute ground water and lakes.
- Household chemicals and cleaners
- Medication and beauty products
- Paint, stains, and solvents
- Gasoline and oil
- Lawn care products
- Antifreeze
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