{"id":2639,"date":"2025-08-29T12:27:38","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T17:27:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homefieldonsite.com\/east-valley\/?p=2639"},"modified":"2026-01-06T10:40:19","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T16:40:19","slug":"dont-overload-your-commode","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homefieldonsite.com\/east-valley\/dont-overload-your-commode\/","title":{"rendered":"Don’t Overload Your Commode!"},"content":{"rendered":"
As #SepticSmartWeek2023 continues, we\u2019re taking a moment to highlight one of the most overlooked aspects of septic system care: the humble commode. Our toilets play a significant role in the health of our septic systems, and their misuse can lead to substantial and costly issues. Don’t overload the commode!<\/p>\n
The Throwaway Culture:
\n<\/strong>It\u2019s all too easy to use the toilet as a convenient disposal for a myriad of things \u2013 from hair to wipes, from dental floss to cotton balls. But remember, the septic system is designed for biological breakdown, and most of these items don\u2019t fit the bill.<\/p>\n