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Why Is It Important to Use Septic-Safe Cleaning Products?
“You should completely change your cleaning habits if you have a septic tank.”
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Powdered detergents contain surfactants and phosphates which can harm your septic tank.
“Antibacterial soaps are not compatible with septic systems, and you should avoid them,” says Pen.
That said, antibacterial soaps and cleaners used in moderation are tolerable for septic systems.
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Lye can cut through grease, which makes it very effective at removing drain clogs.
Listed below are some natural disinfectants andnon-toxic cleaning solutionsyou can use that are safe for septic systems.
Nevertheless, both Kunz and Pen recommend using these products sparingly.
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“Even with septic-safe products, less is more,” says Pen.
“Don’t clean your bathroom, toilet, and drains more than once a week.
Using septic maintenance products once a month is enough to keep your system healthy.”
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