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Proper septic maintenance is essential for keeping your tank in good shape. If you do a lot of laundry, you have to be careful about how much water you use to avoid backups and other issues. Here are some tips for doing your laundry with a septic system.

4 Ways to Do Your Laundry With a Septic System

1. Spread Out Your Laundry Over a Few Days

Doing several loads of laundry in one day can put a lot of stress on your septic system and prevent proper drainage. If you have a lot of clothes to wash, spread them out over a few days. Additionally, choose the cycle appropriate for your laundry load to save water.

2. Use the Proper Detergent

septic maintenanceWhen you’re trying to keep up with septic maintenance, the type of detergent you use to do your laundry matters. Powdered detergents contain fillers that clog soil pores and prevent proper drainage, so they should be avoided. Stick to liquid detergents, as they are less likely to do this. Additionally, avoid antibacterial detergents as it will disrupt the bacterial balance in your tank.

3. Don’t Throw Muddy Clothes in the Washing Machine

If your clothes have excessive mud on them, you should brush them off before putting them in the washing machine. Large amounts of mud can clog your septic system and prevent your drainfield from absorbing waste.

4. Use a Lint Filter

The lint from your clothes can bind and have trouble breaking down in your septic system. To keep up with septic maintenance, install a lint filter on your washing machine’s water line. This filter will catch lint and keep it from reaching your septic system.

 

If you want additional advice on proper septic maintenance, turn to the professionals at Sloan's Septic Tank Service. The sanitation team has served the Oakley, MI, area for more than 52 years and specializes in portable toilet rental and septic services. Whether you require septic tank cleaning or repairs, they will use modern equipment and technology to get the job done efficiently. For more information about their services, visit their website, and call (989) 845-6280 to schedule an appointment.

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