Septic Tank Cleaning Bulahdelah

While it's possible to use a garbage disposal with a septic system, it’s generally not recommended. Food scraps from garbage disposals can significantly increase the solid waste load in the tank, causing it to fill up faster and require more frequent pump-outs. Grease, fat and fibrous food waste can also cause clogs or interfere with the natural breakdown of waste. If you choose to use one, be mindful of what goes down the drain and consider more frequent servicing to avoid complications.

Both septic systems and Envirocycle systems are designed to treat on-site wastewater, but they operate differently. A traditional septic system relies on natural separation and filtration, allowing wastewater to settle and drain into a leach field. An Envirocycle system is an aerobic treatment unit (AWTS) that adds oxygen to the process, using aeration and disinfection to produce a cleaner effluent suitable for surface irrigation. Envirocycle systems generally require more frequent servicing and inspections but offer higher treatment standards in return.

Reducing the load on your septic system starts with water conservation. Spread out laundry loads throughout the week, fix leaks promptly, and install water-efficient fixtures where possible. Only flush human waste and toilet paper, and avoid sending chemicals, grease or food scraps down the drain. Limit the use of strong cleaners and choose septic-safe products. Educating everyone in the household on what should and shouldn’t enter the system is one of the easiest ways to maintain long-term performance and avoid costly issues.