The softer the toilet paper the more chemicals were used to make it soft. These chemicals can be harmful to your system’s biological activity, just like anti-bacterial soaps and other harsh chemicals are. Pick a brand of toilet paper that is in-between for softness. Look for a brand that is “Septic Safe”. These brands are normally made with fewer chemicals and are better for your septic system. As a reminder, overuse of any paper can lead to blockage in your septic. NEVER flush wipes, even if they are labeled “flushable.”
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Can Cat Waste Be Flushed?
While this is perhaps a common question in more urban areas, cat-owners may wonder this in rural areas as well. There are even products out there that claim to “toilet train” your cat!
Environmental, waste disposal, and water & sewer professionals agree that flushing pet waste is not a smart idea. An animal’s digestion and biology are of course different than a human’s, so the waste is different. The extra usage could potentially overburden a septic system unnecessarily. An even greater risk occurs for city-dwellers, as municipal treatment technology can’t eliminate all parasites that are carried by cats.
In an effort to keep our water safe for everyone and to keep waste-treatment systems working properly, it is recommended that cat waste not be flushed.
Based on the article “Cat Waste: To Flush or Not to Flush” in Pumper Magazine.
COVID-19 and Your Septic System
In this new era of COVID-19, of course the most important thing is to help keep ourselves and our family healthy. At the moment, this includes extra cleaning and sanitizing at home. You may find yourself using more bleach and anti-bacterial cleaners & sanitizers. Keep in mind that these products do affect your septic tank and system, which needs healthy levels of good bacteria to function properly. If you feel that frequent use of strong cleaners is a necessity in your home, please use a monthly bacteria additive for the septic system. And please remember to never flush sanitizing wipes! Contact us for more information and to order a year-supply of a beneficial and cost-effective bacteria additive!
We at Kuettel’s Septic Service sincerely hope your families are safe and healthy!
Does toilet paper harm my septic system?
The answer is: The softer the toilet paper the more chemicals were used to make it soft. These chemicals can be harmful to your system’s biological activity, just like anti-bacterial soaps and other harsh chemicals are. Pick a brand of toilet paper that is in-between for softness. Look for a brand that is “Septic Safe”. These brands are normally made with fewer chemicals and are better for your septic system.
