If a septic system shows any sign of problem in the summer, it will surely become a major problem in the winter. There are two main categories of septic tank activators Chemical Products Biological Products Chemical Products work by reacting with organic wastes to change them from solid to liquid. They may also reduce the acidity of the liquid in the septic tank, which can be beneficial. Any beneficial result is short-lived because of the small amount of chemical added is reacted quickly and can only react once. Addition of larger quantities will kill the bacteria in the system.
Biological products work by increasing the rate of bacterial digestion in the system.
These products range from simple bakers yeast formulations with engineered bacteria and free enzymes. Biological products, properly formulated, can work for long periods of time if the system is not abused with strong chemical products. They can also increase the digestion rate in the tile lines and surrounding sand. An enzyme-active biological compound formulated to increase the digestion rate of sewage. Attacks fats, proteins and carbohydrates breaking down much of the solid matter to liquids and gases that are carried away in the normal flow-through of the system.