Go green when you clean

Did you know that your cleaning products may be harming your septic tank? Some cleaning products can be hard on your septic system as well as the environment. For instance, just a small amount of drain cleaner or bleach can kill the good bacteria in your tank that help break down sludge and scum. Many common cleaners also contain harmful chemicals and phosphates which can negatively affect water quality in nearby bodies of water, in addition to harming your system.

However, many pharmacies and grocery stores now offer green cleaning products like laundry detergents, dishwater detergent, dish soap, glass cleaners, and all purpose cleaners which are biodegradable, dye-free, phosphate-free, and contain less harsh chemicals when compared to regular cleaners. To minimize the amount of harmful chemicals going down the drain to your septic tank, switch to green cleaning products. 

Also, you can use natural cleaners that make excellent disinfectants, all purpose cleaners and drain cleaners. Common household items such as boiling water, lemon juice, washing soda, Borax, liquid soap, and white vinegar can be used to keep your kitchen, bathroom, and living room sparkling without harming your septic tank or the environment!   

So before you reach for the bleach, opt to use more tank-friendly cleaning products to keep your system (and the environment) happy!