Bathroom Cleaning and Septic Systems
Bathroom Cleaning and Septic Systems It’s always good to be aware of the products that go down your drains and the impact it can have on your septic system’s efficiency, performance, and reliability. Septic systems are designed to break down approved materials such as human waste and toilet paper, but many traditional cleaning products have the potential to damage. Here are a […]
What type of toilet paper should I choose?
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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”. […]
