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Gerry Hartigan has written: 'Country plumbing' -- subject(s): Plumbing, Rural Sanitation, Septic tanks
Yes it is safe for septic. If you go to the website for the product and look under their FAQS they state that it is safe for ALL plumbing and septic systems.
You must mean in DRAIN pipes. -It can not be used in plumbing pipes.
In most localities this is not allowed. However, a sealed holding tank, which can be pumped to a septic system might be allowed, check with your plumbing inspector.
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The "septic system vent" you are referring to is not actually attached to the "tank" (that would be the buried, holding chamber in your yard) at all. It is attached to the plumbing in the residence before the septic system. If you look at the HowStuffWorks page, you will find a diagram showing where/how the vent works. Due to the way the septic tank produces gases, caused by the breaking up of the bacteria in the tank. Filters and drain traps are put into the houses plumbing system that is designed to hold water in the lower loop and block the gases from flowing back into the house. Most houses on a septic system will have the vent pipe(s) on the roof of the house and this is where these gases are released, rather than going back into the house. Now obviously, if you have gases coming into your house, you got a problem and should definitely consult a plumber
You will not be able to install your own septic tank.
If your house plumbing is put together right rainwater won't go into the septic system. A properly designed septic system only takes "waste water". Story water is supposed to drain away from the house or into a "sump".
You will need to check with your local health department. Many locations now require a certified septic installer for installs and repairs to septic systems. If not they will have the requirements and literature you need and do-it-yourself guidelines.
An overfilled septic tank can cause backups in a sewer line, causing many problems in a plumbing system. If a septic tank has overflowed, it is usually clogged with excessive organic debris. A septic tank cleaner can be a good first step when treating a septic tank overflow. Septic tank cleaners contain natural bacteria and enzymes, designed to break down organic material in human waste. Excessive disposal of bleach and detergents into a septic line can kill these bacteria, preventing the breakdown of septic waste in a tank. If a septic cleaner doesn't clear a tank after a week, it may be necessary to use a professional septic tank cleaning service.
If you want to install a septic tank system in Kentucky you will need to work with a certified septic tank installer. Your installer will be able to help you find the right septic tank for your situation. You can find a list of certified installers through your local department of health.