Is this safe for septic systems?
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I checked their website and it says, "Yes. Dishwasher Magic will not harm septic systems, plumbing, or the appliance in any way."
536682
My main answer is I don't know. But, I have a strong suspicion that it would be safe. Because it's biodegradable, it will break down easily. The info I was able to find about this matter also said it was safe. It's just hard to know for certain. If I were you, I would definitely use it with a septic system but, again, I'm not 100% certain. Hope that helps!!
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If you go by ppl who clean out septic systems for a living, they say no. However, like a reg system, the product works to reintroduce bacterial elements back into a stalled system. Since both aerobic septic system and anaerobic septic systems work with breaking down waste by bacterial decomposition, I do not see it having a detrimental effect.
1192484
Their site says that all of their products are "septic tank friendly". I haven't had any problems.
871955
Yes. I have three bathrooms, on a septic system and have been using the product for at least two years.
1593344
I do not know. I haven't opened up my septic tank since I put the filter in; but to my knowledge, we have had no problems.
126163
I'm sorry to say, I don't know about its effect on the kind of plastic your tank is made of. If it's PVC like the pipes that are used in plumbing today, it would be an easy test to make. As for septic tank natural action, I use the Fuller Brush bathroom cleaner no more than once a month and I've noticed no problems with my septic tank. ~Kathy
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Yes! It's the only product that I've found to work on my system. Check out a video on their website that says can use on septic, except in Florida....which I imagine is because FL is one giant swamp. http://www.roebic.com/videos.shtml#root-killer
198151
No! We have had 3 clogged toilets on our septic system since we tried this TP out. Will go back to our other brand.
985581
I think the question should be " is it bad for septic tanks?'.....the answer is "no".....we are on a septic tank and we use this product every six months following a root obstruction a few yrs back.....it does not harm the septic system and we have been root free....RRR
1946173
We don't have a septic system, so I cannot answer your question.Check with your contractor. Good luck.
1363794
Absolutely not septic safe! We almost lost our septic system to failure because of these tablets!
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Iam on a septic system and have not noticed any problems. My system was pumped out just a few months ago and the company said everything looked fine. I only use these 1 or 2 at a time in my automatic toilet cleaning system and they last for months so I'm not dumping a lot into the septic tank anyway. The container does not specifically mention septic systems as far as I can tell.
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I am sorry, but as I am not on a septic system I cannot answer this. I would recommend you contact the manufacturer directly.
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I don't know , we dont have septic system, call the company and they will know for sure
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I wrote to Downy at the contact email and just received this reply:"All of our laundry detergents have been thoroughly evaluated and are safe to use in homes with a properly functioning septic system. We know it's important for our consumers to be able to take care of their homes and the environment, too. For more information about cleaning products and septic systems, visit the American Cleaning Institute web site (search on "septic"). I hope this information helps."
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it appears this is an enzyme that reduces to an inert component so I would venture to say it is septic safe.I've used this on many different materials to include carpets for pet stains, on upholstery in my cars, ponchos and tents that were stowed when still damp, life vests and the list goes on. the directions state to a apply to an inconspicuous area to test. the product works my getting item wet then letting it air dry. I've hand washed clothes then line dried with no I'll effects. And the bonus is it takes so little,like an oz?, to treat 50 gal. I mix about 1/2 oz into 1gal sprayer to use around the house. I wear vibram 5 finger shoes w/o socks and spray those weekly to eliminate the funk that can occur. I can't praise this product enough.