The issue of organic waste disposal is particularly pressing for private low-rise residential buildings. Unfortunately, most summer cottages and country houses are not connected to a centralized wastewater treatment system, which simply does not exist in such residential areas. As a result, homeowners must manage small-scale sewage problems on their own. The most common solution remains the installation of a traditional outdoor toilet in the form of a sealed cesspool—a cheap and simple option during construction, but one that is environmentally and sanitarily hazardous as well as costly to maintain with regular use.
One of the major inconveniences of cesspool operation (aside from the odor) is the difficulty of regular sewage disposal. The technical challenges of pumping out waste in some areas, combined with the financial cost of the procedure, often lead people to postpone necessary actions until the very last moment, which results in unfavorable consequences.
A notable issue with sealed-bottom cesspools is the thick consistency of their contents, which complicates the sewage pumping process. Even after pumping, the septic tank is rarely completely clean: with each use, more sludge and grease accumulate on the bottom and walls, reducing the functional period between cleanings.
Additionally, the lack of specialized communal wastewater disposal sites further worsens the ecological situation in many residential areas. Improper and illegal waste disposal is a widespread problem, leading to makeshift dumping sites in forests, suburban areas, and small natural water bodies. The consequences of such actions extend far beyond the unbearable stench coming from these locations. The primary threat is the biological contamination of underground and floodwaters due to the spread of infectious pathogens by wildlife (including insects and soil-dwelling worms), such as:
- Bacteria – dysentery bacillus, salmonella, staphylococcus
- Viruses – hepatitis A, rotaviruses
- Parasites – helminths and protozoa
As a result, untreated household wastewater poses a direct health hazard to local residents themselves.
Advancements in bioengineering technologies offer solutions for easier and safer cesspool management. To process and decompose organic waste directly in the cesspool, it is necessary to use special microbial preparations containing active bacterial strains that efficiently break down waste.
These microorganisms thrive in wastewater from spring through autumn, and during their natural biological activity, they:
- Liquefy the cesspool contents
- Eliminate unpleasant odors
- Improve wastewater sanitation by reducing organic nutrients that foster pathogenic and conditionally pathogenic organisms, while also biochemically suppressing their growth
The Evogen® Septic Plus bio-preparation is a leading example of an advanced microbial degrader. When used monthly as a water solution (according to instructions), it simplifies maintenance and significantly extends the hassle-free operation of cesspools throughout the summer season.
Evogen® Septic Plus functions within one of the widest microbial temperature ranges (from +5°C to +50°C) and pH levels (4.0–11.0). It is also resistant to household detergent solutions. The composition of this bio-preparation (five strains of Bacillus and free cellulase) is completely natural and environmentally safe.
After treatment with Evogen® Septic Plus, the wastewater becomes non-hazardous to the environment and can even be repurposed as bio-fertilizer. The easy-to-use water-soluble packaging simplifies the preparation of the working solution, making the product highly convenient for regular application.
Thus, the long-standing issue of sewage management in country houses and other low-rise buildings finally has an effective solution!
With Evogen® Septic Plus, small-scale wastewater treatment systems can function efficiently, eliminating the need for foul-smelling outdoor toilets and ensuring a cleaner, more environmentally friendly living space.