To understand a clog, one must first understand how a healthy septic tank works. The tank is a watertight box, typically concrete or fiberglass, designed to separate waste into three layers:
Flushing "Non-Flushables": This is the number one culprit. Baby wipes, feminine hygiene products, paper towels, and cigarette butts do not break down like toilet paper. They create a physical "mat" that blocks the inlet pipe. clogged septic tank
A clogged septic system typically stems from three main areas: the main line from the house, the internal tank components (filters/baffles), or the drain field To understand a clog, one must first understand