09/08/2026
What Should Never Go Down Your Drains?
Your septic tank is designed to handle wastewater and biodegradable waste—not everything that disappears down a sink or toilet.
Items such as wipes, sanitary products, cooking fats, oils, paint, solvents and strong cleaning chemicals can disrupt the system, contribute to blockages and place unnecessary pressure on the bacteria responsible for breaking down waste.
Even products labelled as “flushable” may not break down quickly enough to be suitable for a septic system.
A few simple household habits can help protect your tank:
✔️ Put wipes and sanitary products in the bin
✔️ Allow cooking fats to cool and dispose of them separately
✔️ Avoid pouring paint, oils or chemicals down sinks
✔️ Use household cleaning products carefully
✔️ Support the system’s beneficial bacteria with regular biological maintenance
What goes down your drains has a direct effect on what happens inside your septic tank. Protecting the system starts inside the home.
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