Is Method safe for septic tanks?
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I have a septic tank and have been using Method cleaner. There has not been a problem.
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Yes. On the back of the bag of detergent it states that it is "Safe for septic tanks".
1363793
We have a septic tank; have been using Unstoppables for about a year, and have had no problems to date.
662337
Even though the box does not state whether it is or not, I have never had a problem with it. I have had septic systems for the last 30 years.
70705
Not sure about that. I did have a plumber tell me he put a few of these containers in a septic tank and it cleared out the system (pretty impressive). Drain Flies? I would "Google" that (how to get rid of drain flies). Hope this helps.
94214
I would have to agree with G. Mast. This pump is strictly a sump pump for pumping relatively clean water and not a sewage pump. Would health dept laws where you live allow you to pump out a septic tank? Where I live, you have to have a licensed company come out and vacuum out a septic tank. They then go to a sewer system manhole and dump the tank into the sewer system.
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The manufacturer claims it is septic safe right on the box. Our septic service says it is safe since the amount of chlorine/bromine that toilet tablets introduce into a septic cistern is minimal (toilet water is typically 10%-15% of the water put into a cistern, so it is strongly diluted). Finally, I have seen a scientific paper where they actually tested the effect that typical toilet tablets have on the bacteria in septic systems (chlorine type, bromine should be similar since it has a similar biological mechanism), and it was found that there was no discernible difference from the "control" systems (getting the exact same sewage). The manufacturer claims it is septic safe right on the box. Our septic service says it is safe since the amount of chlorine/bromine that toilet tablets introduce into a septic cistern is minimal (toilet water is typically 10%-15% of the water put into a cistern, so it is strongly diluted). Finally, I have seen a scientific paper where they actually tested the effect that typical toilet tablets have on the bacteria in septic systems (chlorine type, bromine should be similar since it has a similar biological mechanism), and it was found that there was no discernible difference from the... » Read More The manufacturer claims it is septic safe right on the box. Our septic service says it is safe since the amount of chlorine/bromine that toilet tablets introduce into a septic cistern is minimal (toilet water is typically 10%-15% of the water put into a cistern, so it is strongly diluted). Finally, I have seen a scientific paper where they actually tested the effect that typical toilet tablets have on the bacteria in septic systems (chlorine type, bromine should be similar since it has a similar biological mechanism), and it was found that there was no discernible difference from the "control" systems (getting the exact same sewage). « Show Less
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If paper in approved for septic tanks it will do a great job. A way to see if paper is. Ok to use is put 2 or 3 sheets in a fuit jar with water and shake a few times paper should dissolve
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I use this and have a septic tank. It doesn't say either way on the packaging. You could call Charlie ' s directly and ask. I don't see how it would be different than any other cleaning product for affecting your septic.
871955
Yes. I have three bathrooms, on a septic system and have been using the product for at least two years.
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The package says yes, but I don't have a septic tank so I have not tested this claim.
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J. Kay - I don't have a septic system, but my parents do and they use these with no problems. I think the main feature is that the chunks of soap nuts don't go in the system, just the soapy water (like any other detergent stuff). I usually tie the drawstring on the little bag in a knot and since the soap nuts are generally whole from this company (only sliced open to get the seed out), not much (if anything) comes out during the wash. I'm no expert in septic systems, but I would think that, if anything, these would be better for a septic system than more caustic detergents (even the "natural" ones). If you don't have an official answer yet and are still curious, (or others who read this are) the company (NaturOli) has been really responsive to my own inquiries, so maybe reaching out to them would be more helpful. Good Luck!
1987636
Yes it is. We have a septic tank system, and I've used this product for years. No problems.
200047
I see no reason why it would be an issue for septic tanks. It is only magnets and simply balances the minerals out so they don't deposit on your toilet.
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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
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Nope, I have a septic and I checked this too... On the bottle it says Septic Safe! I'll post a picture in a second.http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-media/product-gallery/B0047528HM/ref=cm_ciu_pdp_images_0?ie=UTF8&index;=0
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The MSDS sheet can be found on this link http://www.sanitize.com/tech-documents/ if Amazon does not allow, look up Edwards Councilor and they have a link. Since it is food grade and safe to use in that application, there would be no harm other than killing some bacteria. I think it depends on your intended use. If you are asking can you use it and then let it drain into a septic tank? Or are you asking to use as a sterilizer? answers to that is "Yes", and "expensive" one bottle will only cover 150 gallons of water.