The drawbacks of cesspools, septic tanks and country toilets are hordes of flies flying to the sewer “aroma” attractive to them. It is almost impossible to get rid of it in warm time. Disinfection of a sewage treatment plant with chlorine or chemicals like Sanfor leads to poisoning of the soil around it and thinning of the walls of the tank. The optimal solution to the problem is the use of bio-bacteria in the sewage systems of private houses, with their transformation into bioseptics.
The principle of operation of biobacteria
To create biological products in a laboratory way, live microbes are cultivated, for which biological waste, including feces, is a nutrient medium. Such microorganisms are also present in the earth, but there are very few of them. And in bioactivators for cesspools and street toilets in a private house, their concentration is increased. Under favorable conditions, the process of reproduction of microbes and the purification of lower waters up to 95 percent begins.
Microscopic cleaners do not harm the environment and the human body. They do not upset the balance in the environment. Microbes recycle sewage, paper and cardboard waste, sometimes even natural textiles. Only plastic and other synthetics are not subject to bio-bacteria.
During cleaning, the bacterial forms break down the organics into simple components: water, carbon dioxide and a small amount of mineral substances that settle to the bottom of the treatment plant. As a result, carbon dioxide disappears, the water leaves the soil or is pumped out. The liquid component and mineral sediment have real application as plant top dressing.
Varieties of biological preparations
The cleaning agents may contain live bacteria for septic tanks, street toilets and cesspools of two varieties: aerobic, which require oxygen for life, and anaerobic, which do not need it. They need nitrate compounds and carbon dioxide. For home septic tanks, combination agents are more often used. Sometimes the composition of the drug includes enzyme components that accelerate the breakdown of biowaste.
There are three forms of biological products with beneficial microorganisms:
- Powder or bio granules. To activate them, the mixture is diluted with water. Popular options are Biosept, Sanex, Vodograi, Green Pine, and Bioclever.
- Liquid: “Gorynych”, “Successful”, “Doctor Robik 309”, Roetech, “Biola”. Using the minimum number of them, you can clean the overall tank.
- Tablets, the action of which is mainly designed for solid waste: BioExpert, Biobeak. They are able to recycle even thick cardboard.
Biological agents work on an identical principle. Microorganisms activate water, dissolving the acquired composition in the proportions indicated in the manual. The recipe varies and depends on the type of microorganism: you must strictly follow the instructions.
Granular or powder biological products, as well as tablets, are dissolved in copious amounts of water. Sometimes it is necessary to add organic components in order to provoke rapid growth. It takes several hours for the awakening of microorganisms, then they can be sent to the pit. Liquids are also often bred, but there are options that are immediately poured into the treatment tank.
The effect will be noticeable in two to three hours: carbon dioxide bubbles will appear on the surface of the wastewater, and the stench will become less corrosive.
Biological products in any form are qualitative and effective: the choice depends on the amount of work and the convenience of the owner of the septic tank. But liquid products have a shorter shelf life. They are usually purchased to cope with a large amount of pollution in a short time.
Advantages and disadvantages of using microorganisms
The main advantages of using bio-bacteria:
- eliminate sewage;
- clean the sewer stink;
- disinfect the treatment facility;
- translate solid waste into a liquid state.
At the same time, the work of biobacteria does not lead to the destruction or erosion of the walls of the cleaning device. They do not harm the life and health of people and animals. The clarified liquid and sediment mass are used as top dressing for horticultural crops. The regular use of biological products reduces the frequency of sewage treatment.
There are no significant shortcomings in preparations with microorganisms. The main thing is to properly carry out the cleaning process. It must be remembered that bacteria are living things and require suitable living conditions.
- Temperature is from 4 to 30 degrees of heat. With a decrease, microorganisms fall asleep, but as soon as the mercury column goes up, they become active. It is necessary to take into account the temperature inside the pit, since it is several degrees higher. If the street is more than zero, then the drug can be used. But in the winter, bacteria do not work in an unheated toilet and may even die.
- Abundant nutrient medium. A small amount of "food" will lead to the death of the colony. With infrequent use of a treatment plant, for example, in a country house, you need to add a portion of the drug. With summer use, each year it will be necessary to create a new colony of bacteria.
- Humidity. For the normal development of the colony, it is necessary that the liquid in the tank rises at least three centimeters above the solid layer. If it is lacking, water is added.
If all the requirements are met, microorganisms begin cleaning activity immediately after introduction into the nutrient medium.
It should be borne in mind that during the life of anaerobic microorganisms, methane can be released in a small amount. It does not smell very good and is capable of accumulating pressure inside the tank during storage. If the container is plastic, there is a risk of damage to the walls. For such a structure, it is better to take biological products with aerobic bacteria or of a mixed type.
Tips for choosing bio-bacteria
Owners of private homes should choose drugs with bacteria that can decompose not only sewage, but also other organics. The result is a good fertilizer that is sent to a compost pit or even directly to the beds.
When choosing a remedy, it is recommended to pay attention to such factors:
- The degree of concentration of microorganisms. The more of them, the more effective the drug.
- Type of germs. The label of the product always indicates which waste can process the bacterial form in its composition. The more varieties included in it, the wider the spectrum of exposure.
- The type of waste and the amount for which the packaging of the biological product is designed. When loading a small number of microorganisms, they will not cope with the cleaning and die. If there is an excess of them, there will not be enough food. This will reduce the effectiveness of the drug.
- The percentage of mineral sediment. Less is better.
If they plan to use the biological product for the first time, then preparations with the marking "Start" or "For Primary Use" are preferable. They contain components that stimulate an increase in the bacterial colony.
When using a washing machine or dishwasher, special biological products should be purchased that contain bio-bacteria that are resistant to household chemicals. With a strong siltation of the bottom of the structure or pipes, you can choose a special composition that copes with these problems.
User reviews
Reviews about the work of bacteria for sewage present in different biological products differ. Manufacturers cultivate the most effective types of microorganisms, but the wrong choice and neglect of the instructions lead to a lack of result, which is expressed in angry responses.
Based on user reviews, ratings are created in which the quality and methods of using the best bio-purifiers are noted.
| № | Bioactivator | Application | Price |
| 1 | "Dr. Robik 309" | Once a year, one bottle is poured into the toilet or into the pit with a volume of two "cubes". | From 780 rubles per bottle. |
| 2 | Bioexpert | One tablet is dissolved in 1 tablet in five liters of water and poured into a treatment plant. | From 215 rubles per capsule. |
| 3 | Roetech K-37 | Liquid substance is poured into the cleaning device (the bottle is designed for two "cubes"). | From 950 rubles per bottle. |
| 4 | "Biosept" | A powdery mixture of bacteria is poured into the pit at the rate of 25 g packet per cubic meter of sewage and poured with water. | From 100 rubles per bag. |
All these products give a quick and lasting effect even with complex contamination. Roetech K-37 is also used to clean sewer lines.
Users also respond well about the Udachny biological product for street toilets and cesspools. They note its cost-effectiveness and efficiency. A small bag of 30 grams is enough for a month. If you divide into four parts and run the bacteria in the pit once a week, you can completely get rid of pumping problems. An excellent analogue of expensive biological products. Of the minuses, note: if you pour a dark remedy into the toilet, it will stain the walls. But the brush perfectly wipes.
The drug “Gorynych” is also popular. It is binary - consisting of two components: liquid and powder. By mixing aerobic and anaerobic microorganisms, a deep cleaning of the tank with sewage is obtained.
If the activity of microorganisms has stopped due to cooling or exposure to chemicals, it is necessary to fill in a new portion of the used preparation or choose a more suitable one. With the correct introduction of the product, the cleaning work will resume.
