The vast majority of owners of summer cottages do not have the opportunity to connect to a centralized sewerage system. Therefore, solving problems related to how to clean a country toilet falls on their shoulders. It’s nice that there are different means and ways to take care of comfort, however, it is not always obvious which of them will be the most effective. Let's figure out what cleaning options exist, and which one to prefer in a particular case.
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The importance of timely cleaning of the cesspool
A toilet built on the principle of a cesspool is still a popular way to organize amenities outside the city, despite the ban on the construction of such imperfect structures. The solution remains attractive due to its low construction costs, especially if it is intended to be used periodically.
A country toilet is the simplest storage unit; unlike progressive septic tanks, it is not designed for water purification and disposal of sewage that enters it. Depending on the size, intensity of use, and sometimes the groundwater level, the period of its cleaning ranges from once every 5-7 years to several times a year.
It is important that cesspools and toilets are cleaned in a timely manner. A cocktail of waste, often seasoned with household chemicals, is dangerous in terms of soil and plant contamination and harm to humans. It is also dangerous to delay the treatment of an outdoor toilet: the increasing smell neutralizes all the delights of living in nature.
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Prevention
Daily cleaning of surfaces and a set of preventive measures help avoid the appearance of stubborn stains and complex contaminants. Main methods of prevention:
- correct setting of drainage systems (water stagnation is unacceptable);
- use of filters and their timely replacement;
- daily cleaning;
- use of water softeners;
- rational use of household chemicals (try to avoid using powders).
Cleanliness and shine will return to your kitchen and bathroom in a matter of hours if you use professional cleaning products correctly. A set of daily cleaning activities will allow you to save time on general cleaning. Avoid old stains from appearing.
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Traditional method: pumping cleaning
Toilets need regular maintenance; every owner knows about the sacred duty, but pushes this information into the depths of the subconscious. Even if you resort to cleaning measures extremely rarely, the hour “H” still comes. Experienced owners try not to delay cleaning: the larger the volume of waste, the more difficult it is to get rid of it, and the higher the likelihood of overflow.
For an owner who is deciding how to clean a toilet in a country house with a cesspool, the first thing that comes to mind is calling a sewer truck. The method impresses with its simplicity and speed of implementation. A car equipped with modern equipment (vacuum pump) is capable of pumping out a large volume of waste as quickly as possible. To do this, a reduced pressure is created in the tank, and all connections are made airtight.
The cost of waste disposal will depend on the volume of waste pumped out and the distance to the site. Many companies offer additional services, for example, they can wash the walls of a cesspool.
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Not all owners of summer cottages have the opportunity to use the service of a vacuum cleaner for the following reasons:
- If the toilet is located deep in the area, far from the fence and road, and vehicle access is difficult or even impossible. A secluded place is chosen for reasons of convenience and the current sanitary standards of SNiP for the distance to a residential building, fence and neighboring buildings.
- Calling a machine to clean toilets and cesspools is not economically justified if the filling occurs quickly and the pit has to be cleaned every season.
In other words, a pumping machine is called if the owners of the site have taken care of the access road, and the toilet has a significant volume. In other cases, owners equip themselves with the necessary equipment: a pump and a container of suitable volume, and handle the disposal themselves. The power of the pump depends on the volume of work; the container needs to be plastic, thick-walled, with an additional drain hole in the bottom.
It is necessary to take care of safety: for work you will need a respirator and rubberized equipment. To be on the safe side, you need a partner: methane often accumulates inside the pit, and this is a mortal danger for humans.
Car access to the toilet is not always available Source botanichka.ru
In any case, you should not delay cleaning the country toilet, leading to the threshold of an environmental disaster. It is much more practical to cleanse using modern methods: biological and chemical, and do this at the end of the summer season.
How to dispose of an outdoor toilet
It is not always possible to return the closet to its previous appearance. The pit was too flooded, its walls collapsed, cleaning was not carried out for a long time, the cabin became unusable - all this serves as a basis for the disposal of the structure. How to clean a country toilet quickly and safely? Experts are sure that only if a certain procedure is followed.
Dismantling tools
The set of tools depends on what materials the building is made of. It is more difficult to disassemble a cinder block booth than a wooden structure. In any case, a crowbar, axe, saw, sledgehammer and nail puller will come in handy. To dismantle the masonry, you will have to use a lot of force and use a hammer drill.
Biological weapons to protect purity
If your mental organization is incompatible with the manual method of wastewater disposal, living bacteria will come to the rescue. Biological products, which have been used abroad for half a century, began to spread here a little more than 15 years ago. The value of bacteria is obvious: if you choose the right product, you can clean your country toilet, minimize the use of pumping, and also provide your garden with safe, high-quality fertilizer.
How do biologics work?
Biological products contain active (live) bacteria that can live in a liquid environment. The work of bacteria is reduced to accelerating the natural processes of decomposition occurring in the cesspool. They feed on organic matter, that is, they decompose it during fermentation, leaving clean water and silty sediment.
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Bacteria exist and perform the work of recycling in the temperature range from +4 to +40°C. Their gastronomic interests extend not only to organic matter (including paper, vegetable peelings), but also to microorganisms responsible for unpleasant odors. Some species are capable of breaking down soap and other detergents, which allows you to effectively clean an outdoor toilet in a private home without pumping.
Manufacturers offer drugs in different forms: tablets, powder, granules (they must be dissolved in water before use), or as a liquid concentrate. They contain two types of bacteria:
- Anaerobic. They do without oxygen and are more often used in closed septic tanks.
- Aerobic. Oxygen is necessary for normal life activity; they are suitable for tidying up a cesspool.
Biochemical treatment (decomposition of wastewater into sludge and water) occurs in two stages. First, anaerobic bacteria oxidize organic matter, then aerobes carry out additional purification. After biological processing, purified water remains, which seeps into the ground, or is pumped out by a pump and used on the farm (for irrigation, arrangement of a decorative pond).
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Sludge remains at the bottom, which, after being removed and kept in a compost heap, will turn into fertilizer. Regular use of a bio-purifier allows you to tidy up the drainage system of the cesspool; the problem of silting and calling a sewer truck is eliminated.
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Pros and cons of using bacteria
If you want to clean an outdoor toilet in a private home, and make a choice in favor of biological products, you get the following advantages:
- One serving is designed to last for a long time, about a month of work. Then it is enough to maintain the result.
- The bacteria are harmless to humans and the environment, and the result of their activity (silt sediment) is a by-product that is used to fertilize the soil.
- Additional effects. After using the biological product, the smell decreases and the fly population decreases.
- Pumping is facilitated by mechanical means, since the bottom layer of waste is not compacted.
- When using bacteria-based products, be aware of the following disadvantages:
- Most biological products are not effective in winter, since bacteria live at above-zero temperatures.
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- Bacteria are sensitive to chemical compounds (chlorine, manganese); in their presence they begin to work poorly and may die. Therefore, it is not recommended to pour household chemicals, antibacterial medications into a pit with bacteria, or simultaneously use chemicals for cleaning.
Plumbing
The shine and mirror chrome look of faucets is spoiled by limescale stains. A toilet with brown rusty stains looks unpresentable, and the drainage system may fail. These problems can be avoided by timely cleaning of surfaces, installing filters and using preventive means to combat lime deposits.
Cranes
Chrome coatings cannot be cleaned with powder. Scratches will appear and the faucet will lose its shine. The use of gels and sprays is an excellent way out of the situation.
Taps should be wiped with a soft sponge. After cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft cotton cloth.
Plaque in the toilet
The appearance of rust and limescale in the toilet significantly spoils the appearance of the product. The accumulation of urinary stones complicates the process of fighting divorce. When cleaning sanitaryware and ceramics, you can use brushes and powders. Uneven application of gels with active ingredients can cause white streaks to appear in places where the concentration of the product has been exceeded. This chemical must be applied evenly. Do not allow the product to drip down. Regular cleaning of the toilet with preventative agents allows you to avoid the appearance of difficult to remove stains.
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Useful tips
You will get the most benefit from biologics if you use the following tips:
- Before use, you must read the instructions. Different forms of bacteria require different conditions. If you do not pay attention to parameters such as the correct concentration, temperature and frequency of application, it may turn out that money was wasted and there was no result.
- For first use, it is recommended to purchase products labeled “Start”. Such preparations are based on a high concentration of microorganisms that ensure rapid growth of the biological environment and neutralization of wastewater.
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Disposal using chemicals
Biological products are good for everyone, except for one peculiarity: they are not able to work when the air temperature drops below zero. They will save you from problems in the summer, but you will not be able to clean the toilet outside in a private house in the winter. In the case of permanent residence, chemical preparations with the following advantages seem more practical:
- They effectively handle waste processing at any temperature.
- Their work does not depend on external factors: the presence of household chemicals, medical antiseptics, water hardness.
- Chemical additives eliminate unpleasant odors.
The use of chemical antiseptics has the following negative effects:
- Chemical cleaning releases vapors and gases that have a negative impact on the environment. Wastewater treated in this way is not suitable for any further use (irrigation or fertilization).
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Briefly about the main thing
Owners of outdoor toilets have the opportunity to choose one or another cleaning method based on its effectiveness, cost and convenience in each specific case. Traditionally, calling a sewer truck or doing manual cleaning on your own is common.
Alternative methods of wastewater treatment include the use of bio- and chemicals. All of them successfully cope with waste recycling, but the conditions of their use and the results of their activities are somewhat different. Some measures turn out to be complex and costly, but you don’t have to resort to them often, which somewhat compensates for the hassle.
Use of biological products
Recently, biological preparations for outdoor toilets have become popular. They contain living microorganisms (for example, saprophytic flora in combination with enzymes) that promote rapid decomposition of masses, as well as paper, small litter, bottom sediment, and hardened crust.
