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reisjdmd
01-08-07, 02:13 PM
we have a standard washer and dryer, along with a septic tank system. i have been told that the fibers freom the washer will clog up the septic system and that i should install an expensive lint trap into the washer drain line. any thoughts??

Ed Imeduc
01-08-07, 02:28 PM
Id run the washer out on its own drain field. Its the soap that will do you in in the septic tank and field.
logcabincook
01-08-07, 03:20 PM
Some tips I have heard of is to reduce the number of loads done in a day (one is ideal). Standard washers use a TON of water, so you don't want to overload the septic with upwards of 100+ gallons in a short period of time. Also NO BLEACH - kills the happy enzymes that break down the waste, and be sure to use septic-friendly detergents.

Same applies do dishwashers.

I have never heard of the lint thing but it makes some sense.

marksr
01-08-07, 04:37 PM
I second using a seperate drain field for the washer. Codes vary on what they will let you do. Here in my county, running wash water on the ground is allowed [rural only] providing there is no creek nearby. In the city you need a short section of drain field.