Septic System
THE CARE AND FEEDING OF YOUR FAMILY SEPTIC TANK
I have written several well received blogs, of late, on plumbing smells as well as clogs and sewage backups so I guess now is as good a time as any to talk about the proper care and maintenance of your septic system. If you are on a septic tank, as opposed to a public sewer system you are at the mercy of a complicated process that if not maintained can ruin your day in one flush.
To properly maintain your septic tank you need a basic understanding of how it works. When your home was built a large concrete tank was buried in the yard in an area of good percolation. Now don’t get confused, this has nothing to do with your morning coffee. Percolation in this case defines how fast water poured into a hole in the yard seeps or percolates down into the ground. This is very important because if the ground is not porous enough or contains too much bedrock too close to the surface then your system will not drain properly and will back up into your house. Most county health departments require a “perc” test before a building permit is issued and this test defines the best placement for your septic system. The system itself is the aforementioned tank and a drain field of lines which radiate out from near the top of the tank and out across the “drain field”. Basically waste water from sinks, bathtubs, toilets and washing machines enter the system from the drain lines installed in your home. As the water sits in the septic tank it separates, the solids going to the bottom and grease, soap and dissolved waste effluent floats to the top. Micro-organisms in the sewage continuously work to break down the solids in the bottom and when they are dissolved enough they float to the top and join the waste water on its trip out into the drain field and then percolate into the ground. Although there are enzyme treatments such as “Ridex” available to assist the breakdown of these solids the key to your system working normally is just in using it on a regular basis. If you are not a full time resident in your home, such as a vacation home then you may need to boost the tanks operation with these enzymes or by adding some dissolved live yeast to the system to kick start it. To increase the time between having to clean out your septic system avoid pouring grease down your drains as it will clump together and float to the top of the tank eventually clogging the drain lines and causing a back-up into your house. Avoid flushing non-degradable items such as feminine sanitary products, q-tips, disposable diapers, plastic items, cigarette butts (very non PC these days) paper towels and if like my home, toys, the family cat or litter from the cat box..LOL
You should avoid planting trees and shrubs close to the drain field lines on your septic system. The roots from these plants will find their way into your field lines and eventually clog the drain field causing the tank to over fill and back up into the yard or worse into your house. A failed septic system can be a major expense and put the groundwater that supplies your drinking water at risk. No matter what the cause, septic system failure is a nuisance and a health hazard that should be fixed promptly. A failure can result in pollution of wells, lakes, and streams. Using more water than the soil can absorb is also a cause for septic system failure. Over saturated soil causes the sewage to be forced to the surface or backs up into the house. This problem is often the result of one of two problems. Either the system is improperly designed if your home is new, or as the result of a change in water use habits such as an increase in the size of the family or the addition of a water-using appliance. Also surface water draining from roofs, driveways, and roads onto the soil absorption field area can put an extra load on the system. If the soil is saturated with clean water, even seasonally, it cannot accept any more wastewater. The untreated wastewater will either rise to the surface or back up. Driving, paving, or building on top of a drain field can damage it. Pipes can shift or be crushed and the soil compacted. Damage of this sort can make it difficult to locate the septic tank and prevents access for regular pumping.
If you ever experience a septic system failure you will subscribe to the principle that the septic tank should be pumped about every 1 to 3 years to remove the sludge and scum retained in the tank and prevent clogging of the soil absorption field. More frequent pumping is needed if a garbage disposal is used in the home. It doesn’t take but that one bout of sewage backed up in your basement, bathtub or dishwasher to make you a believer. In theory it will back up into the lowest point of the plumbing system and further depending on how much resistance it encounters along the way. Not a pretty picture. So treat you septic tank well and feed it regularly.
About the Author
Im a retired disabled accountant with vast knowledge in the DIY area having built several houses and worked on my own projects for 30+ years. I spend most of my days reading and responding to over 30 forums and discussion groups.
I currently author and manage a blog site for a friend’s builder supply business. I include personally written articles on the subject of home and home repair along with featured specials on products offered by the company
Septic System Anatomy
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Waste King 5101 Clean Thru Disposer and Septic System Treatment (Red) $11.05 … |
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Seventh Generation Products – Seventh Generation – Free & Clear Automatic Dishwashing Powder, Non-Toxic, 45 oz. Box – Sold As 1 Each – Absolutely no chlorine, phosphate, dyes or perfumes, yet cleans as well as traditional powders. – Nontoxic; no petroleum-based cleaners. – Safe for septic and graywater systems. – Not tested on animals. – Kosher-certified. $8.33 Seventh Generation – Free & Clear Automatic Dishwashing Powder, Non-Toxic, 45 oz. Box – Sold As 1 EachAbsolutely no chlorine, phosphate, dyes or perfumes which can pollute the air in your home. New formula reduces spotting and filming in hard water. Granulated to ensure that it stays free-flowing. Cleans as well as traditional dishwashing powder. Rinse aid recommended in areas with very hard water… |
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20.7 Oz Rid-X Septic System Cleaner 80307 19.6oz $45.46 Rid-X Septic System treatment contains billions of 100 percent natural active bacteria and enzymes that have been scientifically proved to digest household waste. By adding Rid-X you restore the delicate balance of beneficial bacteria and enzymes that are needed to help keep your system operating at full efficiency. Scientifically proven to breakdown household waste. 20.7 oz. Length: 1.94. Width: … |
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Fluidmaster #8200 Biobal Septic System Uses powerful, natural enzymes to break down household waste. Integrated within the toilet tank to release enzymes with every flush for instant, continuous bio action. Measured doses efficiently reduce drain field clogging. Cleans and deodorizes toilet bo… |
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Enforcer Prod. Lst64 Drain Care Septic System Treatment Concentrated liquid septic system treatment digests paper. Bacterial action helps to break down household wastes. Works to reduce septic system backup. 64 oz. bottle…. |
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RV Motorhome Trailer Holding Tank Treatment- Waste System Septic Odor Eliminator $22.99 … |
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Septic System Inspection & Onsite Waste Disposal, Instructional Video, Show Me How Videos $20.32 … |
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The Septic System Owner’s Manual $11.63 … |
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Cottage Water Systems: An Out-of-the-City Guide to Pumps, Plumbing, Water Purification, and Privies $24.95 … |
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A Builder’s Guide to Wells and Septic Systems, Second Edition $26.28 … |
Septic System
How does a septic system?
After having a septic system drain, what is the next step in what is draining more fast? It is draining too slowly. Thanks for your reply …
The septic tanks to dispose of the liquid contents through leaching or drain field. This is a series of pipes that run downhill from the tank. Some solids are decomposed by the decomposition time. Some solids not especially if you allow things like egg shells in the kitchen sink. The solids are pumped out periodically.
Septic System
About That Septic and Sewer Odor Lingering Around Outside your House
The roof vent and yard based septic vent is a necessary part of your plumbing system. The job of the plumbing vent is to enable the pressure in your drain system to equalize. When water and waste flows down your drains, pressure in your plumbing drains increases as the air in the system is displaced by water and waste. Without the plumbing vents, the drains would gurgle up into your sinks, tubs and toilets.
The plumbing roof vent and yard based septic vent is also a place where septic gases and sewer gases exit the system safely. These gases are a natural byproduct of the bacteria that break down the waste in either your septic system or sewer line. Because of this naturally occurring cycle, the septic and sewer gases have a foul odor. Normally, the gases are carried up and away from the system’s vent pipes. However, under certain conditions, these Hydrogen Sulfide (also known as H2S) and Methane gases might be pulled down into your yard around your home or place of business.
There is also a new style septic system design called a pressure dose septic system. This style septic system is becoming more popular as it utilizes both a solids and a liquid septic tank. By separating the liquid from the solids, it allows for a cleaner liquid to be pumped up into the leeching field allowing the leeching field to be significantly smaller than would be necessary in a standard septic system. For safety reasons, this style septic system requires that the liquid tank be vented to purge the Hydrogen Sulfide and Methane gases away from the electronic pump found in the septic tank. With pressure dose style septic systems, the septic gases are purged directly to the yard through a vent causing unpleasant odors, even under the best of conditions. This septic vent is typically located somewhere in the yard near the liquid tank.
If you notice foul odors coming from your septic vent, don’t assume that you have serious problems with your septic system. As we mentioned earlier, Hydrogen Sulfide is a normal by-product of the breakdown of wastes occurring within your septic system.
In certain situations the Hydrogen Sulfide that would normally exit your roof vent and be carried up and away, will actually be pulled down into your yard creating not only an annoying problem, but also an unhealthy living environment. (For health information concerning Hydrogen Sulfide see The Toxicology of Hydrogen Sulfide.)
Different climate conditions, such as temperature variances and change in wind direction, can direct the gases back toward your living area. This problem can be magnified by the location of your home as well. If your home is located against a hill or near objects taller than your roof vent, negative pressures can naturally develop pulling the septic gas or sewer gas down from your roof vent and into your yard or place of business. In the case of sewer lines, since they don’t utilize plumbing traps, your home or building’s roof vent can be an exit source for not only the sewer gases created within your structure but for all the homes and structures on your main sewer line.
While you can’t stop the creation of septic and sewer gases, you can eliminate the odor that is caused as they exit the roof or septic vent by installing a roof vent filter. There are a number of companies that manufacture these products, Simple Solutions Distributing (disclosure, I am a partner in this company) manufactures a number of different size filters available for homeowners. Our Wolverine brand filter is manufactured of solid materials that have been plastic welded. It comes with a 120-day money back guarantee. Simple Solutions also manufactures odor solutions for industrial and municipal applications such as lift stations and manholes.
Other companies that manufacture these types of filters are OdorHog.com and SweetAir.com.
About the Author
Andrew C. McGibbon is a partner in Simple Solutions Distributing, a manufacturer of activated carbon odor solutions for residential, industrial and municipal application. Mr. McGibon is also the creator of the online magazine, SoYouWantToBeAnExpert.com, devoted to aspiring writers and the web builders reference, WebBuildersBible.com.
What type of solutions work to clean hard water stains, yet won’t harm my clearwater septic system?
I have tried everything on the hard water stains in the toilets, but I also have to be careful of the solutions I use. I cannot use bleach or extremely harsh chemicals because they will kill the “critters” in our clearwater septic system. Does anyone have some tried and true less harsh cleaning solutions for hard water stains? Thanks!
My sister-in-law swears by “Melaluca” brand cleaning items. They are all made from the oil of a plant in Australia or something and work really well. I like the bathtub cleaner, myself. It gets all the soap scum off and leaves all the chrome finishings shiny! And they’re not very toxic because the products are derived from a plant- my daughter got some of the anti-bacterial spray in her mouth and poison control said to just give her some milk and she’d be fine. I think they have a website. Sorry I don’t have more info on it. Good Luck!
Septic Systems
Septic System
How does a septic system?
After having a septic system drain, what is the next step in what is draining more fast? It is draining too slowly. Thanks for your reply …
The septic tanks to dispose of the liquid contents through leaching or drain field. This is a series of pipes that run downhill from the tank. Some solids are decomposed by the decomposition time. Some solids not especially if you allow things like egg shells in the kitchen sink. The solids are pumped out periodically.
Septic System
About That Septic and Sewer Odor Lingering Around Outside your House
The roof vent and yard based septic vent is a necessary part of your plumbing system. The job of the plumbing vent is to enable the pressure in your drain system to equalize. When water and waste flows down your drains, pressure in your plumbing drains increases as the air in the system is displaced by water and waste. Without the plumbing vents, the drains would gurgle up into your sinks, tubs and toilets.
The plumbing roof vent and yard based septic vent is also a place where septic gases and sewer gases exit the system safely. These gases are a natural byproduct of the bacteria that break down the waste in either your septic system or sewer line. Because of this naturally occurring cycle, the septic and sewer gases have a foul odor. Normally, the gases are carried up and away from the system’s vent pipes. However, under certain conditions, these Hydrogen Sulfide (also known as H2S) and Methane gases might be pulled down into your yard around your home or place of business.
There is also a new style septic system design called a pressure dose septic system. This style septic system is becoming more popular as it utilizes both a solids and a liquid septic tank. By separating the liquid from the solids, it allows for a cleaner liquid to be pumped up into the leeching field allowing the leeching field to be significantly smaller than would be necessary in a standard septic system. For safety reasons, this style septic system requires that the liquid tank be vented to purge the Hydrogen Sulfide and Methane gases away from the electronic pump found in the septic tank. With pressure dose style septic systems, the septic gases are purged directly to the yard through a vent causing unpleasant odors, even under the best of conditions. This septic vent is typically located somewhere in the yard near the liquid tank.
If you notice foul odors coming from your septic vent, don’t assume that you have serious problems with your septic system. As we mentioned earlier, Hydrogen Sulfide is a normal by-product of the breakdown of wastes occurring within your septic system.
In certain situations the Hydrogen Sulfide that would normally exit your roof vent and be carried up and away, will actually be pulled down into your yard creating not only an annoying problem, but also an unhealthy living environment. (For health information concerning Hydrogen Sulfide see The Toxicology of Hydrogen Sulfide.)
Different climate conditions, such as temperature variances and change in wind direction, can direct the gases back toward your living area. This problem can be magnified by the location of your home as well. If your home is located against a hill or near objects taller than your roof vent, negative pressures can naturally develop pulling the septic gas or sewer gas down from your roof vent and into your yard or place of business. In the case of sewer lines, since they don’t utilize plumbing traps, your home or building’s roof vent can be an exit source for not only the sewer gases created within your structure but for all the homes and structures on your main sewer line.
While you can’t stop the creation of septic and sewer gases, you can eliminate the odor that is caused as they exit the roof or septic vent by installing a roof vent filter. There are a number of companies that manufacture these products, Simple Solutions Distributing (disclosure, I am a partner in this company) manufactures a number of different size filters available for homeowners. Our Wolverine brand filter is manufactured of solid materials that have been plastic welded. It comes with a 120-day money back guarantee. Simple Solutions also manufactures odor solutions for industrial and municipal applications such as lift stations and manholes.
Other companies that manufacture these types of filters are OdorHog.com and SweetAir.com.
About the Author
Andrew C. McGibbon is a partner in Simple Solutions Distributing, a manufacturer of activated carbon odor solutions for residential, industrial and municipal application. Mr. McGibon is also the creator of the online magazine, SoYouWantToBeAnExpert.com, devoted to aspiring writers and the web builders reference, WebBuildersBible.com.
What type of solutions work to clean hard water stains, yet won’t harm my clearwater septic system?
I have tried everything on the hard water stains in the toilets, but I also have to be careful of the solutions I use. I cannot use bleach or extremely harsh chemicals because they will kill the “critters” in our clearwater septic system. Does anyone have some tried and true less harsh cleaning solutions for hard water stains? Thanks!
My sister-in-law swears by “Melaluca” brand cleaning items. They are all made from the oil of a plant in Australia or something and work really well. I like the bathtub cleaner, myself. It gets all the soap scum off and leaves all the chrome finishings shiny! And they’re not very toxic because the products are derived from a plant- my daughter got some of the anti-bacterial spray in her mouth and poison control said to just give her some milk and she’d be fine. I think they have a website. Sorry I don’t have more info on it. Good Luck!
Septic Systems
Septic System
How does a septic system?
After having a septic system drain, what is the next step in what is draining more fast? It is draining too slowly. Thanks for your reply …
The septic tanks to dispose of the liquid contents through leaching or drain field. This is a series of pipes that run downhill from the tank. Some solids are decomposed by the decomposition time. Some solids not especially if you allow things like egg shells in the kitchen sink. The solids are pumped out periodically.
Septic System
About That Septic and Sewer Odor Lingering Around Outside your House
The roof vent and yard based septic vent is a necessary part of your plumbing system. The job of the plumbing vent is to enable the pressure in your drain system to equalize. When water and waste flows down your drains, pressure in your plumbing drains increases as the air in the system is displaced by water and waste. Without the plumbing vents, the drains would gurgle up into your sinks, tubs and toilets.
The plumbing roof vent and yard based septic vent is also a place where septic gases and sewer gases exit the system safely. These gases are a natural byproduct of the bacteria that break down the waste in either your septic system or sewer line. Because of this naturally occurring cycle, the septic and sewer gases have a foul odor. Normally, the gases are carried up and away from the system’s vent pipes. However, under certain conditions, these Hydrogen Sulfide (also known as H2S) and Methane gases might be pulled down into your yard around your home or place of business.
There is also a new style septic system design called a pressure dose septic system. This style septic system is becoming more popular as it utilizes both a solids and a liquid septic tank. By separating the liquid from the solids, it allows for a cleaner liquid to be pumped up into the leeching field allowing the leeching field to be significantly smaller than would be necessary in a standard septic system. For safety reasons, this style septic system requires that the liquid tank be vented to purge the Hydrogen Sulfide and Methane gases away from the electronic pump found in the septic tank. With pressure dose style septic systems, the septic gases are purged directly to the yard through a vent causing unpleasant odors, even under the best of conditions. This septic vent is typically located somewhere in the yard near the liquid tank.
If you notice foul odors coming from your septic vent, don’t assume that you have serious problems with your septic system. As we mentioned earlier, Hydrogen Sulfide is a normal by-product of the breakdown of wastes occurring within your septic system.
In certain situations the Hydrogen Sulfide that would normally exit your roof vent and be carried up and away, will actually be pulled down into your yard creating not only an annoying problem, but also an unhealthy living environment. (For health information concerning Hydrogen Sulfide see The Toxicology of Hydrogen Sulfide.)
Different climate conditions, such as temperature variances and change in wind direction, can direct the gases back toward your living area. This problem can be magnified by the location of your home as well. If your home is located against a hill or near objects taller than your roof vent, negative pressures can naturally develop pulling the septic gas or sewer gas down from your roof vent and into your yard or place of business. In the case of sewer lines, since they don’t utilize plumbing traps, your home or building’s roof vent can be an exit source for not only the sewer gases created within your structure but for all the homes and structures on your main sewer line.
While you can’t stop the creation of septic and sewer gases, you can eliminate the odor that is caused as they exit the roof or septic vent by installing a roof vent filter. There are a number of companies that manufacture these products, Simple Solutions Distributing (disclosure, I am a partner in this company) manufactures a number of different size filters available for homeowners. Our Wolverine brand filter is manufactured of solid materials that have been plastic welded. It comes with a 120-day money back guarantee. Simple Solutions also manufactures odor solutions for industrial and municipal applications such as lift stations and manholes.
Other companies that manufacture these types of filters are OdorHog.com and SweetAir.com.
About the Author
Andrew C. McGibbon is a partner in Simple Solutions Distributing, a manufacturer of activated carbon odor solutions for residential, industrial and municipal application. Mr. McGibon is also the creator of the online magazine, SoYouWantToBeAnExpert.com, devoted to aspiring writers and the web builders reference, WebBuildersBible.com.
What type of solutions work to clean hard water stains, yet won’t harm my clearwater septic system?
I have tried everything on the hard water stains in the toilets, but I also have to be careful of the solutions I use. I cannot use bleach or extremely harsh chemicals because they will kill the “critters” in our clearwater septic system. Does anyone have some tried and true less harsh cleaning solutions for hard water stains? Thanks!
My sister-in-law swears by “Melaluca” brand cleaning items. They are all made from the oil of a plant in Australia or something and work really well. I like the bathtub cleaner, myself. It gets all the soap scum off and leaves all the chrome finishings shiny! And they’re not very toxic because the products are derived from a plant- my daughter got some of the anti-bacterial spray in her mouth and poison control said to just give her some milk and she’d be fine. I think they have a website. Sorry I don’t have more info on it. Good Luck!
Septic Systems
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Waste King 5101 Clean Thru Disposer and Septic System Treatment (Red) $11.05 … |
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Seventh Generation Products – Seventh Generation – Free & Clear Automatic Dishwashing Powder, Non-Toxic, 45 oz. Box – Sold As 1 Each – Absolutely no chlorine, phosphate, dyes or perfumes, yet cleans as well as traditional powders. – Nontoxic; no petroleum-based cleaners. – Safe for septic and graywater systems. – Not tested on animals. – Kosher-certified. $8.33 Seventh Generation – Free & Clear Automatic Dishwashing Powder, Non-Toxic, 45 oz. Box – Sold As 1 EachAbsolutely no chlorine, phosphate, dyes or perfumes which can pollute the air in your home. New formula reduces spotting and filming in hard water. Granulated to ensure that it stays free-flowing. Cleans as well as traditional dishwashing powder. Rinse aid recommended in areas with very hard water… |
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20.7 Oz Rid-X Septic System Cleaner 80307 19.6oz $45.46 Rid-X Septic System treatment contains billions of 100 percent natural active bacteria and enzymes that have been scientifically proved to digest household waste. By adding Rid-X you restore the delicate balance of beneficial bacteria and enzymes that are needed to help keep your system operating at full efficiency. Scientifically proven to breakdown household waste. 20.7 oz. Length: 1.94. Width: … |
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Fluidmaster #8200 Biobal Septic System Uses powerful, natural enzymes to break down household waste. Integrated within the toilet tank to release enzymes with every flush for instant, continuous bio action. Measured doses efficiently reduce drain field clogging. Cleans and deodorizes toilet bo… |
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Enforcer Prod. Lst64 Drain Care Septic System Treatment Concentrated liquid septic system treatment digests paper. Bacterial action helps to break down household wastes. Works to reduce septic system backup. 64 oz. bottle…. |
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Septic System Inspection & Onsite Waste Disposal, Instructional Video, Show Me How Videos $20.32 … |
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The Septic System Owner’s Manual $11.63 … |
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Cottage Water Systems: An Out-of-the-City Guide to Pumps, Plumbing, Water Purification, and Privies $24.95 … |
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|
A Builder’s Guide to Wells and Septic Systems, Second Edition $26.28 … |
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RV Motorhome Trailer Holding Tank Treatment- Waste System Septic Odor Eliminator $22.99 … |
Septic System
How does a septic system?
After having a septic system drain, what is the next step in what is draining more fast? It is draining too slowly. Thanks for your reply …
The septic tanks to dispose of the liquid contents through leaching or drain field. This is a series of pipes that run downhill from the tank. Some solids are decomposed by the decomposition time. Some solids not especially if you allow things like egg shells in the kitchen sink. The solids are pumped out periodically.
Septic System
About That Septic and Sewer Odor Lingering Around Outside your House
The roof vent and yard based septic vent is a necessary part of your plumbing system. The job of the plumbing vent is to enable the pressure in your drain system to equalize. When water and waste flows down your drains, pressure in your plumbing drains increases as the air in the system is displaced by water and waste. Without the plumbing vents, the drains would gurgle up into your sinks, tubs and toilets.
The plumbing roof vent and yard based septic vent is also a place where septic gases and sewer gases exit the system safely. These gases are a natural byproduct of the bacteria that break down the waste in either your septic system or sewer line. Because of this naturally occurring cycle, the septic and sewer gases have a foul odor. Normally, the gases are carried up and away from the system’s vent pipes. However, under certain conditions, these Hydrogen Sulfide (also known as H2S) and Methane gases might be pulled down into your yard around your home or place of business.
There is also a new style septic system design called a pressure dose septic system. This style septic system is becoming more popular as it utilizes both a solids and a liquid septic tank. By separating the liquid from the solids, it allows for a cleaner liquid to be pumped up into the leeching field allowing the leeching field to be significantly smaller than would be necessary in a standard septic system. For safety reasons, this style septic system requires that the liquid tank be vented to purge the Hydrogen Sulfide and Methane gases away from the electronic pump found in the septic tank. With pressure dose style septic systems, the septic gases are purged directly to the yard through a vent causing unpleasant odors, even under the best of conditions. This septic vent is typically located somewhere in the yard near the liquid tank.
If you notice foul odors coming from your septic vent, don’t assume that you have serious problems with your septic system. As we mentioned earlier, Hydrogen Sulfide is a normal by-product of the breakdown of wastes occurring within your septic system.
In certain situations the Hydrogen Sulfide that would normally exit your roof vent and be carried up and away, will actually be pulled down into your yard creating not only an annoying problem, but also an unhealthy living environment. (For health information concerning Hydrogen Sulfide see The Toxicology of Hydrogen Sulfide.)
Different climate conditions, such as temperature variances and change in wind direction, can direct the gases back toward your living area. This problem can be magnified by the location of your home as well. If your home is located against a hill or near objects taller than your roof vent, negative pressures can naturally develop pulling the septic gas or sewer gas down from your roof vent and into your yard or place of business. In the case of sewer lines, since they don’t utilize plumbing traps, your home or building’s roof vent can be an exit source for not only the sewer gases created within your structure but for all the homes and structures on your main sewer line.
While you can’t stop the creation of septic and sewer gases, you can eliminate the odor that is caused as they exit the roof or septic vent by installing a roof vent filter. There are a number of companies that manufacture these products, Simple Solutions Distributing (disclosure, I am a partner in this company) manufactures a number of different size filters available for homeowners. Our Wolverine brand filter is manufactured of solid materials that have been plastic welded. It comes with a 120-day money back guarantee. Simple Solutions also manufactures odor solutions for industrial and municipal applications such as lift stations and manholes.
Other companies that manufacture these types of filters are OdorHog.com and SweetAir.com.
About the Author
Andrew C. McGibbon is a partner in Simple Solutions Distributing, a manufacturer of activated carbon odor solutions for residential, industrial and municipal application. Mr. McGibon is also the creator of the online magazine, SoYouWantToBeAnExpert.com, devoted to aspiring writers and the web builders reference, WebBuildersBible.com.
What type of solutions work to clean hard water stains, yet won’t harm my clearwater septic system?
I have tried everything on the hard water stains in the toilets, but I also have to be careful of the solutions I use. I cannot use bleach or extremely harsh chemicals because they will kill the “critters” in our clearwater septic system. Does anyone have some tried and true less harsh cleaning solutions for hard water stains? Thanks!
My sister-in-law swears by “Melaluca” brand cleaning items. They are all made from the oil of a plant in Australia or something and work really well. I like the bathtub cleaner, myself. It gets all the soap scum off and leaves all the chrome finishings shiny! And they’re not very toxic because the products are derived from a plant- my daughter got some of the anti-bacterial spray in her mouth and poison control said to just give her some milk and she’d be fine. I think they have a website. Sorry I don’t have more info on it. Good Luck!
Septic Systems
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Waste King 5101 Clean Thru Disposer and Septic System Treatment (Red) $11.05 … |
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|
Seventh Generation Products – Seventh Generation – Free & Clear Automatic Dishwashing Powder, Non-Toxic, 45 oz. Box – Sold As 1 Each – Absolutely no chlorine, phosphate, dyes or perfumes, yet cleans as well as traditional powders. – Nontoxic; no petroleum-based cleaners. – Safe for septic and graywater systems. – Not tested on animals. – Kosher-certified. $8.33 Seventh Generation – Free & Clear Automatic Dishwashing Powder, Non-Toxic, 45 oz. Box – Sold As 1 EachAbsolutely no chlorine, phosphate, dyes or perfumes which can pollute the air in your home. New formula reduces spotting and filming in hard water. Granulated to ensure that it stays free-flowing. Cleans as well as traditional dishwashing powder. Rinse aid recommended in areas with very hard water… |
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20.7 Oz Rid-X Septic System Cleaner 80307 19.6oz $45.46 Rid-X Septic System treatment contains billions of 100 percent natural active bacteria and enzymes that have been scientifically proved to digest household waste. By adding Rid-X you restore the delicate balance of beneficial bacteria and enzymes that are needed to help keep your system operating at full efficiency. Scientifically proven to breakdown household waste. 20.7 oz. Length: 1.94. Width: … |
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Fluidmaster #8200 Biobal Septic System Uses powerful, natural enzymes to break down household waste. Integrated within the toilet tank to release enzymes with every flush for instant, continuous bio action. Measured doses efficiently reduce drain field clogging. Cleans and deodorizes toilet bo… |
|
|
Enforcer Prod. Lst64 Drain Care Septic System Treatment Concentrated liquid septic system treatment digests paper. Bacterial action helps to break down household wastes. Works to reduce septic system backup. 64 oz. bottle…. |
|
|
Septic System Inspection & Onsite Waste Disposal, Instructional Video, Show Me How Videos $20.32 … |
|
|
The Septic System Owner’s Manual $11.63 … |
|
|
Cottage Water Systems: An Out-of-the-City Guide to Pumps, Plumbing, Water Purification, and Privies $24.95 … |
|
|
A Builder’s Guide to Wells and Septic Systems, Second Edition $26.28 … |
|
|
RV Motorhome Trailer Holding Tank Treatment- Waste System Septic Odor Eliminator $22.99 … |
|
|
Waste King 5101 Clean Thru Disposer and Septic System Treatment (Red) $11.05 … |
|
|
Seventh Generation Products – Seventh Generation – Free & Clear Automatic Dishwashing Powder, Non-Toxic, 45 oz. Box – Sold As 1 Each – Absolutely no chlorine, phosphate, dyes or perfumes, yet cleans as well as traditional powders. – Nontoxic; no petroleum-based cleaners. – Safe for septic and graywater systems. – Not tested on animals. – Kosher-certified. $8.33 Seventh Generation – Free & Clear Automatic Dishwashing Powder, Non-Toxic, 45 oz. Box – Sold As 1 EachAbsolutely no chlorine, phosphate, dyes or perfumes which can pollute the air in your home. New formula reduces spotting and filming in hard water. Granulated to ensure that it stays free-flowing. Cleans as well as traditional dishwashing powder. Rinse aid recommended in areas with very hard water… |
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20.7 Oz Rid-X Septic System Cleaner 80307 19.6oz $45.46 Rid-X Septic System treatment contains billions of 100 percent natural active bacteria and enzymes that have been scientifically proved to digest household waste. By adding Rid-X you restore the delicate balance of beneficial bacteria and enzymes that are needed to help keep your system operating at full efficiency. Scientifically proven to breakdown household waste. 20.7 oz. Length: 1.94. Width: … |
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Fluidmaster #8200 Biobal Septic System Uses powerful, natural enzymes to break down household waste. Integrated within the toilet tank to release enzymes with every flush for instant, continuous bio action. Measured doses efficiently reduce drain field clogging. Cleans and deodorizes toilet bo… |
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Enforcer Prod. Lst64 Drain Care Septic System Treatment Concentrated liquid septic system treatment digests paper. Bacterial action helps to break down household wastes. Works to reduce septic system backup. 64 oz. bottle…. |
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Septic System Inspection & Onsite Waste Disposal, Instructional Video, Show Me How Videos $20.32 … |
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The Septic System Owner’s Manual $11.63 … |
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Cottage Water Systems: An Out-of-the-City Guide to Pumps, Plumbing, Water Purification, and Privies $24.95 … |
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A Builder’s Guide to Wells and Septic Systems, Second Edition $26.28 … |
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RV Motorhome Trailer Holding Tank Treatment- Waste System Septic Odor Eliminator $22.99 … |