We want you to have many years of trouble-free use and operation.
Using a Septic Tank System as your sole on-site waste water and sewage solution requires a few behavioural changes from what you may be used to if you’ve never used a Septic Tank System before.
So we have supplied the following information which we hope will answer any questions or concerns you may have. If you need any more advice or guidance give us a call free on 0800 4 00 22.
Your installation includes 1kg bio-activator (B2 & B3 systems) or 2kg bio-activator (B1 systems) plus a complementary 750ml w.c cleaning gel to ensure you have what you need immediately after commissioning your system.
Bio activator and septic tank friendly cleaning products are quite widely available. However, if you need advice, have any questions or wish to order additional Microbec products through us we will be pleased to help.
You can call us free on 0800 4 0022
or email lisa.snow@diggers4hire.com
Advice on Using Your Septic System
Your septic system contains a collection of living organisms that digest and treat household waste. Pouring toxins down your drain can kill these organisms and harm your septic system. Whether you are at the kitchen sink, bathtub, or utility sink:
- Avoid chemical drain cleaners. Use boiling water or a drain snake instead.
- Never pour oil-based paints, solvents, or large volumes of toxic cleaners down the drain. Even latex paint waste should be minimised.
- Eliminate or limit the use of a garbage disposal. This will significantly reduce the amount of fats, grease and solids that enter your septic tank and could clog the drain field. Try using a compost pile for non-meat food waste
Do's and Don’ts - What can I flush down the toilet?
Only flush human waste and biodegradable toilet paper down the toilet.
Never flush these items down the toilet because they could clog your septic system and cause a failure:
- Cooking grease or oil
- Non-flushable wipes, such as baby wipes or other wet wipes
- Photographic solutions
- Feminine hygiene products
- Condoms
- Dental floss
- Diapers
- Cigarette butts
- Coffee grounds
- Cat litter
- Paper towels
- Pharmaceuticals
- Household chemicals like gasoline, oil, pesticides, antifreeze,
paint or paint thinner
Toilet Paper
Whilst normal amounts of suitable toilet paper will breakdown we recommend using a dedicated waste bin as far as possible.
The most suitable types are labeled biodegradable, recycled or septic-safe. These are usually single-ply toilet which breaks down faster and better.
Recycled toilet paper also has the advantages of being unbleached and inexpensive, and better for your system!
Cleaning Products
All cleaning products should be non-chlorine, non-ammonia, non-antibacterial, non-toxic and biodegradable cleaning products. Most all-natural cleaners are septic safe.
Bleach
Normal amounts of bleach and detergents are okay for your septic system. However, excessive amounts will damage the good bacteria in your septic system. Use bleach sparingly.
Water usage
All the water a household sends down its pipes ends up in its septic system. The more water a household conserves, the less water enters the septic system.
Efficient water use improves the operation of a septic system and reduces the risk of malfunctions. Use water wisely!
Washing machines.
Washing small loads of laundry on your washing machine’s large-load cycle wastes water and energy.
By selecting the proper load size, you will reduce water waste. If you are unable to select a load size, run only full loads of laundry.
Try to spread washing machine use throughout the week so as to allow your septic tank enough time to treat waste and prevent overfill.
