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Think at the sink. . .What goes down your drain has a big impact on your septic system. 

Avoid harsh chemicals and use cleaners/detergents in moderation.  

Need to dispose of home toxics? Check out our Home Toxics center for Washtenaw County residents - http://bit.ly/WC-hometoxics 

Want more info? Check out these resources:

• Video on how septic systems work from the MI Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy - https://youtu.be/JNQpFo7Cx4A
• Septic system basics from the Washtenaw County Health Department’s Environmental Health page: https://www.washtenaw.org/1721/Septic-System-Basics
• Maintaining your septic system on the Washtenaw County Health Department’s Environmental Health page - http://bit.ly/WCEH-maintainsepticsystems 
• EPA: https://www.epa.gov/septic