Tips for maintaining a healthy septic tank

What gets flushed can have a much greater impact on the health of your septic tank and plumbing than you may think! Here are a few reminders that can help you maintain a healthy septic tank:

The flushing of common products down the toilet or drains can clog pipes, causing your septic tank to back up. Avoid flushing:
-Baby wipes
-Clorox Wipes
-Coffee grounds
-Cigarette butts
-Paper towels/cotton swabs 
-Cat litter
-Feminine hygiene products

It is also important to know that it is necessary for your septic tank to contain a colony of healthy bacteria.  This bacteria helps to break down solids, preventing extreme build up that could clog drain field lines. Household cleaners and other chemicals that commonly get flushed down the toilet or drains can destroy this healthy bacteria. Some examples of these are:
-Household chemicals  
-Grease/Oil
-Paint
-Pesticides
-Gasoline, Antifreeze, etc

 If you haven't kept an eye out for these things in the past, don't worry, it's not too late! Our 1 year supply of septic bacteria additive can help to rebuild the colony of healthy bacteria. Just drop a packet in the toilet once a month, wait for it to dissolve, and flush. It's as simple as that! Contact us today or check out our website for more information: www.emergencypumping.com