Can you really flush these safely into a septic system?
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We don't have our own septic tank but have it connected with city so that might affect clogging but not sure. However I didn't flush them that often. I kept a tight small trash can with lid and would put them in there and empty often. And occasionally would flush a poopy one if I was upstairs away from that trash can. I maybe flushed maybe 3-5 a week and never noticed any clogging or septic problems. Hope that helps a little! Heard some people flush these with no problems. I didn't feel comfortable with that but in the end made the decision to put them in the trash because my toilets far away from my changing table :p We don't have our own septic tank but have it connected with city so that might affect clogging but not sure. However I didn't flush them that often. I kept a tight small trash can with lid and would put them in there and empty often. And occasionally would flush a poopy one if I was upstairs away from that trash can. I maybe flushed maybe 3-5 a week and never noticed any clogging or septic problems. Hope that helps a little! Heard some people flush these with no problems. I didn't feel comfortable with that but in the end made the decision to put them in the trash because my toilets far... » Read More We don't have our own septic tank but have it connected with city so that might affect clogging but not sure. However I didn't flush them that often. I kept a tight small trash can with lid and would put them in there and empty often. And occasionally would flush a poopy one if I was upstairs away from that trash can. I maybe flushed maybe 3-5 a week and never noticed any clogging or septic problems. Hope that helps a little! Heard some people flush these with no problems. I didn't feel comfortable with that but in the end made the decision to put them in the trash because my toilets far away from my changing table :p « Show Less
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Yes, but I only flush the poopy ones and let it sit for a few minutes, so it starts to breakdown. If your system clogs with normal everyday use than I would not.
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The package says to do so at your own risk. We have older plumbing, so we haven't risked it.
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Yes if you let them sit for a little while in the water before flushing to break them down more, however these liners gave me son the worst rash ever I would definitely look somewhere else.
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Yes,have used it for years with out any problems, I do have a septic system and it has not damage any parts in the toilet.
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Other "septic safe" powders used to clog our constantly clog our septic system. Since we switched to Charlie's soap we have had much less cloging issues with the septic. I would say about 3/4 less septic issues. Also I do believe the regular size can is labeled septic safe. Additionally, this soap leaves our front loader free of that disgusting film left behind by other leading brands.
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No -- they are silica crystals, which are not soluble or biodegradable. You'd be asking for a plugged-toilet problem. ...Steve N.
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I'd would think maybe so if you have already tried some sort of cleaning of the pipes regiment. I don't know for sure what to mix but I think I read somewhere to run a mix of water vinegar or bleach then flush thoroughly with 5 gallons. If google doesn't have an answer on how to flush it clean then yeah I'd chunk it and get another.
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I wrote to Downy at the contact email and just received this reply:"All of our laundry detergents have been thoroughly evaluated and are safe to use in homes with a properly functioning septic system. We know it's important for our consumers to be able to take care of their homes and the environment, too. For more information about cleaning products and septic systems, visit the American Cleaning Institute web site (search on "septic"). I hope this information helps."
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I only put the cleaner in the toilet tank. In that way, I could observe the cleanliness of the tank. It is composed of magnets. It is chemical free. The septic system should not be affected. However, I am not a plumber.
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We don't have a septic system, so I cannot answer your question.Check with your contractor. Good luck.
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I don't know, as I had installed at a country home with a septic and that was not an option. However, my son who is my contractor and installer, he should be able to tell me so I will ask and get back to you.
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I can't say for sure, but my understanding us that you should never flush cat poop down a toilet due to the toxoplasma. I would think all cat litter is not okay on septic systems, but you can double check with the company to be sure.
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Yes. I have three bathrooms, on a septic system and have been using the product for at least two years.
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I wash these with my cloth wipes in a mesh bag if they were only peed on (I flush the poop). I let them air dry and I get like 3 uses out of them. Food for thought though: If I can wash these in my washing machine several times and reuse them what are people talking about when they say to let it sit in their toilet bowl for a little bit to let them "break down"? I have a septic system and I was flushing these (for the last year and a half) without thinking about how that might not be a good idea- we're in need of septic work now and I don't know if it is related at all.
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I have a septic tank and used it. Although I've only used it a couple times (once per toilet), I plan to only use it sparingly if ever again. I think plain old baking soda and vinegar would work just as well and be much healthier for your septic system though.
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I cant' do any better than answers 1-3. I will tell you one thing I am sold on the product for a septic system.
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Not at all. I have been using it over a year now with a septic system. If anything, it is better for it as you aren't releasing detergent into it.
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Be careful. You could end up with a face full of raw sewage. Works well if connections are correct. Good luck
1946172
I have a septic and I use them. Doesn't seem to bother it! Now I don't have one of the newer ones (airiation system) but it shouldn't matter.