Keep Your Septic System Healthy: Items to Avoid Flushing

Septic repairs can be costly, but the good news is they’re often avoidable. Here’s a list of items that can damage your septic system if put down the drain:

• Cleaners
• Medicine
• Auto fluids
• Paint
• Lawn care products
• Grease, oils, and fats
• Cat litter
• Feminine hygiene products
• ‘Flushable’ and non-flushable wipes
• Dental floss
• Cigarette butts
• Paper towels
• Anything non-biodegradable
• Food waste

By avoiding flushing these items down the drain, your septic system will thank you!