Solution
Homes & Septic Tanks
Quietly keep your septic system working — without the smell, the call-outs or the chemicals..
For Rural homeowners, B&Bs, holiday lets and small commercial properties.
The challenge
What's actually going wrong.
Modern detergents, antibacterial cleaners and reduced water use starve septic tanks of the bacteria they need. The result: blockages, odour, and expensive emergency tankering.
Our approach
How Eco Balance solves it.
Pro-Pump® Dry Bacteria is a shelf-stable, dose-it-yourself sachet that re-seeds your system with the right microbes every month — no plumber required.
- Fewer pump-outs and call-outs
- No septic odour around the house
- Cleaner, biologically active soakaway
- Safe for you, pets, drains and the environment
Recommended products
What we'd typically use on a site like yours.
Frequently asked
Common questions about homes & septic tanks.
- Why does my septic tank smell and how do I fix it?
- A properly maintained septic tank should have no odour. Smells indicate the beneficial bacteria have been killed — usually by bleach, antibacterial cleaners or chemical drain products. Pro-Pump® re-seeds your system with the right microbes monthly, restoring biological activity and eliminating odour without a plumber.
- Do septic tank bacteria additives actually work?
- Yes — if the product contains live, effective bacteria. Many cheap supermarket products are ineffective. Pro-Pump® uses the same microbial biotechnology family that Ecological Laboratories has supplied globally for 50 years. It re-establishes the biological balance that modern cleaning products destroy.
- How often should I empty my septic tank?
- Typically every 1–3 years depending on tank size and household usage. Regular use of Pro-Pump® extends the interval between pump-outs by keeping sludge levels low through continuous biological breakdown of solids.
- Can I use bleach and antibacterial products with a septic tank?
- Bleach, antibacterial soaps and chemical drain cleaners kill the bacteria your septic tank needs to function. If you use these products, monthly dosing with Pro-Pump® helps replenish the bacterial population and keep your system working.
- Is Pro-Pump safe for my soakaway and the environment?
- Yes. It’s 100% natural, non-chemical and safe for you, pets, your soakaway and the wider environment. It supports a healthier, biologically active drainage field.
Want a site assessment?
We'll come and look. We'll measure. Then we'll tell you what's possible.