Although everyone knows it’s important to take proper care of their home’s septic tank, it can be tough to sift through all the information out there about maintenance. This is especially true when it comes to septic additives. The team at A-1 Pumping Service, a leading provider of septic cleaning services in Dalton, GA, says customers frequently ask them if additives are beneficial or not.

Here, these septic tank experts explain some of the reasons why using additives isn’t recommended:

• There’s No Science Behind It: Technically, the use of additives will not harm septic tanks. The problem is there is no scientific proof it can bring any benefits, either. This just means you’re probably wasting your time and money on additives.

• There Have Been Fraudulent Claims: There have been cases of fraudulent claims involving septic tank additives. For instance, some people selling these products claim they will make pumping the tank unnecessary, but there’s no way additives can take the place of pumping. This will only cause you more problems and incur significantly more expensive repair costs down the line.

• It’s Not Needed: Additives are supposed to help break down the waste materials within the tank. In reality, though, a well-functioning tank will have all the bacteria it needs to break down organic materials within the waste itself. This means there is really no point using additives.

These are some of the reasons why experts deem additives unnecessary for your septic tank. To make sure your system is properly maintained by a professional, get in touch with A-1 Pumping Service. You can call them at (706) 272-3352 or send them a message via their Facebook page.