- Q: Does Septic Shield contain chemicals
A: No, Septic Shield Septic Tank Treatment contains ONLY naturally occurring bacteria cultures and enzymes. Many of our bacteria cultures and enzymes are found in our food, agriculture and even our own digestive system (Ex. Lactic Acid Bacteria).
- Q: How many packets do I need to use
A: 1 packet per month of Septic Shield Septic Tank Treatment is more than enough for most residential septic systems. If your septic tank is over 1000 gallons, or your have more than 3 bathrooms, we recommend 2 packets per month.
- Q: Does this help keep plumbing lines clean and clear
A: Yes, the active bacteria and enzymes in Septic Shield Septic Tank Treatment not only break down solid waste in your septic tank, but can help clear your plumbing lines to the septic tank and into the leach field.
- Q: When I was connected to city/municipal sewer, I didn't need to flush any treatments monthly. My new home has a septic system. Why do I need Septic Shield
A: Sewer lines carry waste away from your home and directly to your city/municipal treatment plants. When you have a septic system, your waste flows to a septic tank on your property. Septic tanks normally require routine pump-outs every 3-5 years. If you use soaps, laundry detergents, dishwasher cleaners or fabric softeners in your home, these products kills GOOD bacteria in your septic tank. GOOD bacteria is needed to break down solid waste in your septic system for it to function properly and prevent backups into your home. Septic Shield Septic Tank Treatment adds these GOOD bacteria into your septic system, ensuring it is always functioning properly.
- Q: There are so many choices for septic tank treatments. Why should I choose Septic Shield
A: Septic Shield Septic Tank Treatment is specially formulated to boost GOOD levels of bacteria and enzymes needed to maintain a properly functioning septic system. Septic Shield uses special water-soluble packaging to ensure ease of use and effective results. No measuring, no mess! Our packets contain BILLIONS of bacteria and enzymes that ACTIVATE inside your septic system. MADE in the USA!