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Do:
- Conserve water
- Divert other water sources (i.e. roof drains) away from the septic system
- Repair leaking toilets and sinks immediately
- Keep accurate records of maintenance and inspections
- Inspect your system annually
- Routinely pump your system
- Keep vehicles off of the drain field
- Use chemicals in moderation
- Make sure all the covers are safe and intact
- Know the location of the septic system and leaching field (contact your local board of health for the As-built plan)
- Keep all septic tank covers accessible for maintenance
Don’t:
- Don’t flush any of the following:
Coffee grinds, floss, cigarettes, diapers, wipes, cat litter, sanitary napkins, tampons, condoms, fats, grease, oil or paper towels
- Don’t drive over or park on any part of the septic system
- Don’t enter a septic tank for any reason-the poisonous gasses can be fatal
- Don’t use additives-they destroy the natural bacteria that keeps your system functioning properly
- Don’t plant anything except for grass over any part of your septic system.
- Don’t put chemicals down the drain such as: solvents, paints, varnishes or pesticides
- Don’t use a garbage disposal
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