A septic tank gets its name from the bacteria living in it. The word “septic” means to be infected with bacterium, so when we talk about a “septic tank” we are actually referring to a system that relies on bacteria to do its job as intended. Your septic tank is built to make use of bacteria and enzymes to decompose solid waste that enters it, as well as fats, detergents, grease, and oil.

The bacteria in your tank feed on such materials, decompose organic matter, and liquefy solids so that they are effectively disposed of. The purpose of a septic tank is to serve as a big settling chamber where solid waste is turned into liquids and then flushed out via a drain. This process, in turn, prevents blockages in your plumbing.

Without a sufficient population of bacteria, the solid waste will not get properly decomposed. As a result, the sludge at the bottom will increase more rapidly than normal, which can eventually cause all sorts of problems, like clogging your pipes.

What bacteria treatments are best for septic tanks? Biological additives, such as bacteria and extra-cellular enzymes, are the most effective and safest way to promote a healthy and strong bacterial ecosystem. This kind of septic tank treatment improves the population of bacteria and enzymes in your tank, both of which are needed in good amounts to decompose fibers and break down septic tank scum that collects at the top of the liquid in the tank and other solid waste that the naturally-occurring microbes may have problem decomposing. 

In case your home relies on a septic tank, you should always keep a bacteria treatment product for septic tanks on hand. That’s because it can help troubleshoot clogging issues when other DIY methods fail to produce the desired results.

SEPTIFIX tabs are septic tank treatment tablets that are solid, environmentally safe, and OXYGEN releasing.

After you flush them down your toilet, they will easily solve all your septic tank’s problems!

Once they reach your septic tank, they:

•   Reduce, then eliminate noxious odors (the smell) extremely fast – in just three to five days!
•   Break down and eliminate all organic sludge from septic tanks, including natural oils, grease and organic hydrocarbons.
•   Destroy all the bad anaerobic bacteria like e-coli or salmonella and other harmful pathogens which are usually found in septic tanks and can cause many health problems to your family.
•   Prevent back-ups, and clogs, and all other associated problems in septic tank systems, including corrosion.
•   Reduce, and in many cases, eliminate the need to have your septic tank pumped!

 NB: If you are having a perennial problem with your septic tank or pit latrines, call us for a permanent solution!