Are Septic Additives Beneficial?

The short answer? No. In order for a septic sytem to function properly, bacteria needs to be present in the tanks to break down the effluent. The bacteria is something which is added to your system naturally, as you use the system. Septic additives can kill off the bacteria in the system, causing a bigger problem. Once the bacteria has been removed, there is nothing to help break down the effluent. If the effluent isn't broken down properly, it will result in the need for more frequent pump-outs. Additionally, some septic additives can be very harmful to your system, causing problems in your drain field. There are no known additives that will reduce the build up of solids in your tank, making pumping unnecessary. Reducing the amount of toilet paper that goes into the system can lead to decreased pump outs, as well as making sure that other items, such as paper towels, baby wipes, flushable wipes and any other items don't get flushed down the toilets. With the exception of toilet paper, if it doesn't come out of you, it shouldn't go into your septic system.