When pink slime shows up in your bathroom, it is likely an unwanted surprise. Pink slime could show up in the toilet bowl, around the sink drain, in the shower, or on damp areas of grout. Most homeowners believe that the pink slime they see is “pink sludge” coming out of their septic system. In … Read more
“Just pour this in and your tank will be fixed,” promises just about every advertisement on television, newspapers, magazines, radio, etc. Whether you have concerns with odors, slow draining, or a large pumping bill; Natural septic tank additives seem to be an easy solution to fix problems quickly. The truth you need to know so … Read more
When living in a small home (cabin, tiny house), or mobile home, working with a private septic system can be stressful; and when this system is functioning properly, it can also be a blessing, however when it doesn’t work well, it can mean that there are odors coming from the septic, as well as slow … Read more
So you have a septic system. Well then, you probably know this already. Anytime your septic system malfunctions, your entire life will seem like it is malfunctioning. Odors, slow draining, and toilets threatening to overflow; and that gnawing feeling of anxiety in your belly. A septic tank is simply a large underground tank that holds … Read more
Walk down any aisle in the home store and you’ll see dozens of choices for septic tank treatments. Packets, liquids, tablets all promise to “clean the tank,” “boost and feed the bacteria” and “suck less money from your wallet instead of the pump truck”. No wonder that septic tank owners get confused! They read the … Read more
The first time a septic system backs up, it’s usually frightening. Toilets start making strange noises like gurgling, Sinks are draining very slow and often times there is an awful smelling of sewers that seems to be lingering in the home. Quickly searching the internet reveals products with bold claims that promise to quickly solve … Read more
Knowing how to naturally clean your septic tank can help you save money on costly repairs; avoid the stress of having to repair your septic system; protect your drain field from damage; and avoid using harsh chemicals that can harm both your septic system and your health. A septic tank is like an unappreciated worker … Read more
You may think toilet paper is too small of a thing to create large issues, however, it can create many. Issues such as slow draining toilets. Bad smells in bathrooms. Clogs and backups. And costly drain pump outs. However, you don’t have to live with these problems. With some smart practices and the right products, … Read more
I see you’re looking for an inexpensive, easy remedy to stabilize a septic system that’s being a bit finicky. I hear ya… people are always asking me how much baking soda to put in septic tank , so they can safely give their bacteria a little boost. But here’s the reality check: most of these systems … Read more
Are you concerned with cleaning agents being safe for your septic system? You’re not alone. Septic tank chemicals can both aid or harm your septic system and depend entirely on living bacteria to do their jobs. In this guide, we will cover how your tank operates, what cleaning agents do in your tank, which products … Read more