Effective Microorganisms® and EM•1® Septic Treatment is a naturally fermented live microbial blend of beneficial, food-grade microorganisms. It is a safe probiotic for digesting solids and deodorizing. In septic systems, EM•1® Septic Treatment provides a variety of benefits.
Research is increasingly showing that the overuse of chemicals can be harmful to human health and the environment and especially with a leach field, you can feel good about going chemical-free and sustainable with your septic tank.
- ELIMINATE ODORS
- NON-TOXIC
- DIGESTS SOLIDS
- DIGESTS GREASE
- PREVENTS MOUNDING
- BREAKS DOWN PROTEINS
- CERTIFIED ORGANIC
- FAST BREAK DOWN OF MATERIAL
SEPTIC SYSTEM PROJECTS
EARTH TOILET PROJECT - JAPAN
APPLICATION METHODS
SEPTIC TANK:
For every 1,500 gallons of holding capacity, pour 1.5 gallons of EM•1® Septic Treatment every month down a common drain such as the sink, toilet, and bath tub.
PORTABLE TOILETS (RVS, PORTA-POTTIES, BUSES):
Add 5 to 6 ounces of EM•1® Septic Treatment per toilet or 1/4 oz per gallon of holding capacity.
RESTAURANTS (SEPTIC AND GREASE TRAPS):
Apply 1 gallon of EM•1® Septic Treatment for every 1,000 gallons of holding capacity.
For Grease Traps, apply 1/4 cup directly in grease trap and inject daily.
FOR SMELLY OR STUBBORN DRAINS:
Pour 1/4 cup EM•1® Septic down each drain two to three times per week until odor is gone, continue once per week after.
For stubborn drains, pack drain with baking soda and vinegar until the drain clears. Follow-up with 1/4 cup EM•1® Septic one to two times a week.
