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Smelly drains from soak away septic system
I live in Spain and have a soak away septic system which I am told cannot be emptied. I have problems with smelly drains both in the kitchen and in the bathrooms. I do not weant to use harsh chemicals like bleach as I don't want to upset the bacterial process. Is there anything else I can use that will help eliminate the smells without causing problems with the bacterial process?
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You need to determine if this is sewer gas or just rotting hair and debris that is rancid. Sewer gas can be put in check with properly operating P traps. Rotting material can be cleaned out by this receipe. Mix 1/2 cup of table salt with 1/2 cup od baking soda, dump down the drain and then add a cup of vinegar. Allow to bubble and soak over night followed with a bucket of really hot water. The drain should smell great and you eptic field will not suffer.
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