Nov 14, 2024
Your septic system plays an indispensable role, and it’s your responsibility to keep it in tip-top condition. A good place to start when it comes to septic system care is knowing which products are septic safe and the ones to avoid.
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Here at Septic Blue of Charlotte, we specialize in providing quality septic services, including septic tank installation. Our experts know the products that can harm your septic system and the septic safe products. Read on to learn more.
Enzyme-based cleaners are effective at breaking down organic matter; hence, they are ideal for septic systems. Instead of using cleaners with acidic ingredients, opt for gentle cleaners. Enzyme-based additives are also good for your septic system as they are known to boost bacterial activity. However, they should not be used as an alternative to septic tank cleaning. Ensure you schedule septic cleaning service on a regular basis to keep your septic tank in good working order.
Products made from natural ingredients, such as vinegar and baking soda, are gentle on septic systems and can be used for cleaning around the toilet and bathroom.
If you encounter drain clogs regularly, you may have grabbed a liquid chemical cleaner that you pour down the drain every time you notice slow drains. What you may not know is that you’re actively harming your septic tank and drain lines. The myth that chemical drain cleaners are effective at clearing clogs has persisted far too long. It’s time we debunk this myth and embrace safer alternatives. Whenever you experience a severe clog, call a professional plumber for professional assistance. Alternatively, you can try to dislodge the clog using a drain snake or a plunger. It’s never a good idea to use chemical drain cleaners.
Bleach is a common household product because it’s effective at cleaning, disinfecting, and whitening. It’s marketed as the go-to solution for a variety of cleaning tasks. However, the marketers won’t tell you that it’s harmful to your septic system. It contains sodium hypochlorite as its active ingredient, which is known to kill good bacteria in your septic tank. If you’ve been using bleach for cleaning tasks in your home, your septic system is at risk of failure. It’s advisable to call a professional septic company to inspect your septic company. Instead of using bleach, opt for natural cleaners such as white vinegar, baking soda, or hydrogen peroxide.
The name “antibacterial” itself tells you everything you need to know about these soaps and detergents. These can kill essential bacteria in your septic tank and reduce its efficiency when it comes to waste breakdown. While occasional use of antibacterial soaps and detergents may not pose significant harm, consistent use can disrupt the septic system’s balance. Organic soaps are a good alternative to antibacterial soaps, as they do not contain harsh chemicals that can cause septic failure.
While chlorine-based toilet bowl cleaners do a good job in keeping your toilet clean and germ-free, they can harm your septic tank. Chlorine, just like antibacterial soaps, can kill the bacteria that break down waste and sludge in the tank. Without these bacteria, the tank will fill up quickly with waste, which can lead to more frequent septic tank pumping. It’s advisable to use toilet bowl cleaners that are labeled as “septic safe.”
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