When you rely on a septic system, it’s essential to monitor your water usage and what gets flushed down your drains. Your toilet is a big contributor to your wastewater production. If you have an older model, every flush could be adding three to seven gallons to your septic tank. In a household of four or more, this could result in frequent pumpings. Swapping to a newer water-efficient model, like those listed here, will increase the time between cleanings.

3 Water-Efficient Toilets Better Suited to Your Septic System

1. Single-Flush  

The Department of Energy has mandated that new toilets use no more than 1.6 gallons of energy per flush, but modern advancements have allowed toilets to surpass this standard. Today’s single flush toilets, which are legally required in most areas for new home construction and bathroom renovations, can deliver as little as 1.28 gallons of water with every flush. For the best results, look for models with the WaterSense® label, which means it is a high-efficiency toilet that meets EPA standards.

2. Dual Flush

For even more water savings, look for a dual flush model. These have two flushing options, one for liquids and one for solids. While the solid flush maintains typical standards at around 1.6 gallons per flush, the liquid option cuts the amount of water in half to reduce waste. 

3. Pressure Assist

In recent years, homeowners have started installing pressure-assist toilets. Before now, they were typically only seen in hotels, restaurants, and other commercial buildings. 

These toilets utilize a plastic pressure mount inside the tank. When the toilet is flushed, pressure from the water supply line compresses the air inside the tank. The compressed air then pushes the waste away and cleans the bowl with as little as one gallon of water per flush.

When it’s time to clean and pump your septic system, turn to A-1 Pumping Service and Drain Cleaning. For 23 years, this family-owned and -operated business has provided septic installations, repairs, and cleanings to Dalton, GA, and Whitfield County. Their licensed and bonded experts can diagnose any septic problem and repair it quickly. Call them today at (706) 272-3352 to schedule an appointment, and visit their website to learn more about their septic services.