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Where does floor drain to in home with septic tank?

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Claudia D.

When installing my new house's floor drain, the plumber said that the floor drain in apartments with septic tanks should be channeled to leach fields, or dry well, to ensure that the septic system won't overfill....Read More

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Floor drains in homes with septic tanks typically drain into the septic tank along with other wastewater from the house. The septic tank separates solids and oils from the liquid waste and then sends the treated effluent into the drain field for further treatment and dispersal into the soil. It is important to note that certain types of flooring and cleaning products can harm septic systems and should be avoided to maintain the health and longevity of the septic system....Read More