It may not occur you to educate your kids about your septic system, at least until you need to call your septic professional due to a problem caused by your children. It’s never too early to start teaching your kids about how to safeguard your septic with good habits. Here are five things to teach your kids about the care of your septic system.
- What not to flush. Just because it can go down the toilet does not mean it should. Many septic emergencies are caused by items which are flushed down the toilet only to clog up the system. Let your kids know that only the only “item” beyond their normal functions that should ever be flushed is toilet paper.
- What can be poured down the drain. Let your kids know that the sink drain is not for paint, chemicals, grease or other liquids that can hurt your septic system. Even too much of a carbonated soda product can be harmful.
- Limiting water use. Teach your kids good water efficiency habits from an early age. Never leave water running down the drain; this includes allowing a shower to run for several minutes before they get in, or rinsing dishes.
- No food in the sink. Kids should be shown how to scrape their plates thoroughly before they are put in the sink or dishwasher. Even small amounts of food left on the plate can add up and cause clogged drains.
- No playing on the drain field. Show your kids where your drain field is located, and let them know that it’s a restricted area. The delicate system right below the surface should not be disturbed.
If you let your kids and family know the rules regarding caring for your septic, they can help you prevent expensive septic problems. However, if you do have a septic emergency, your local septic professional is only a call away.
Posted on behalf of:
Septic Service Pro, LLC
Peachtree Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30334
(678) 292-8728
