How to Care For Your Septic
- Divert rainwater from the septic drainfield
- Don't overload the septic tank and drainfield
- Keep trees away from the septic system
- The toilet isn't a garbage disposal, do not flush dental floss, wrappers, hygiene products and the like.
- Use garbage disposals wisely
- Minimize heavy duty cleaners
- Do not pour grease down the drain
- Avoid hazardous chemicals
- If you read the label and can't pronounce the ingredients, don't flush it into your septic tank
- Protect the system from damage
- Perform regular maintenance