The most common problem associated with a septic system is lack of maintenance. To keep a system healthy and in top working order, it should be serviced every three to five years. The frequency of service will depend on various factors related to usage such as the number of people in the home or age of the system.

Understanding your Septic System

If you are like most people, you know very little about your septic system. This is understandable. A septic tank system provides the functions of both sewers and treatment plants.

If you could look inside your septic tank, you would find three layers. The top layer is the "Scum" layer where organic material floats to the surface.  Bacteria in the septic tank biologically convert this material to a liquid. The middle layer is the "Effluent" layer where mostly clear water will be found. This clear water is the only layer that should enter your absorption area.  The bottom layer is the "sludge" layer.  This layer is where the inorganic or inert solid materials and the by-products of bacterial digestion sink to.

All household waste is disposed of through the septic system.  The proper operation of the septic is essential to health, property value, and the ecology.  The simple fact is this. A neglected system will become blocked; it will have an odor, it will overflow; it will contaminate and pollute.  A small commitment to the care of your septic system through regular pumping and the use of bacteria (A Septic Tank Additive) will protect you from the nightmare created by a failing system.

STEP 1. Call your pumper regularly to clean out the organic and inorganic sludge in your septic tank. The Frequency of pumping/cleaning will depend on the size of your system, the number of people in the household, the previous care the system has received, ect. Rely on your pumper's knowledge and experience to set up a pumping schedule.

STEP 2.  Once your tank has been pumped, monthly application of bacteria (Septic Tank Additive) will maintain the bacterial level in you tank and leachfield/seepage pit. This is needed for optimal system performance.

Septic Tank Bacteria

Easily Maintain your Septic System

When functioning properly, house hold wastes are collected in your septic tank and then broken down, liquefied, and deodorized by the naturally occurring bacteria. Because this process is biological, it is easily upset and may stop working.

Some common factors that often upset the natural process are:

• Overuse of disinfectants
  

• Overuse of bleaches
  

• Overuse of detergents
  

• Very hot or cold conditions.
  

Such factors kill the micro-organisms that work to keep your septic system running properly.  Because modern septic tanks are water-tight concrete boxes, the naturally occurring bacteria in the surrounding soil is unable to enter. Our Septic Tank Additive is specifically designed to replenish and boost the supply of these invaluable micro-organisms and allow natural activity to continue.

Simple and Easy to Use

Using our Septic Tank Additive: Just drop in the convenient pre-packaged, pre-measured pouches into your lavatory bowl.  The plastic pouches dissolve away so you don't have to handle the powder. No fuss-no bother-no effort!

Why add a Septic Tank Additive?

It's easy to protect your septic system and keep it operating smoothly by simply using our Septic Tank Additive.

The initial application of the Septic Tank Additive:

• Restores the natural biological process
  

• Boosts the existing biological activity
  

Following with regular monthly applications will:

• Help Keep your septic tank working effectively
  

• Help Prevent expensive emergencies
  

• Help Prevent additional pumping costs
  

Our Bacteria (Septic Tank Additive) is safe to use as directed.

It is completely natural and environmentally safe, containing no corrosive chemicals, caustic or acids, and is hazard free.

If will not damage metal, ceramic, or plastic parts of the Septic System.

Remember a Septic Tank Additive Helps maintain your system it will not "eliminate" the need to have your tank pumped and cleaned, the sludge does not magically disappear. Compare the maintenance of your septic system with the routine maintenance of oil changes for your vehicle. Regular oil changes on your vehicle will ensure it runs will, operates cleaner and extend it's life.  The same line of thought applies to a septic system.

Give Us A Call:

• To Schedule Maintance On Your Septic System
  

• Order Bacteria
  

• Questions Regarding Your Septic System
  

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