There are numerous septic system additives on the market today. Many agencies and environmental protection departments consider septic system additives as ineffective and in some cases feel they may be harmful to groundwater quality. Many commercial chemical additives can also harm the septic tank system, while a number of studies are continuing on the possible benefits of biological additives. Chemical additives are often viewed as potentially harmful to the environment because experts believe these additives may interfere with digestion within the septic tank, causing the effluent to damage the structure of the adsorption field soil and consequently accelerate clogging of the absorption field. A clogged absorption field will result in a failed system, increase the likelihood of groundwater contamination, increase public health risks, and necessitate costly repairs to your septic system.
Additives are NO substitute form proper inspection and maintenance.
The Hopatcong Board of Health does not recommend the use of septic system additives.