Septic Tips
To Do's
1. Learn how to maintain your system
2. Space out your laundry throughout the week
3. Conserve water by installing water conserving commodes and flow
reducing showerheads
4. Use your garbage disposal sparingly
5. Set and stick with a maintenance and cleaning schedule
6. Keep accurate records about locating and cleaning the system for
Future residents
Don't Do's
1. Drive over your drain field or erect a structure above your septic
system
2. Pour fat or grease down your drains
3. Overuse heavy cleaning products which can kill the beneficial bacteria
in your system
4. Flush cat litter, sanitary napkins, paper towels, facial tissues, coffee
grounds, cigarette butts, or anything else that can clog your system
down the toilet
