I had a tenant who didn't realize certain cleaning products could disrupt the system, and it led to a costly repair. Overall, if you're hands-on and willing to commit to routine checks, the benefit...
Totally agree about the maintenance part. Installed mine last year, and while it's great for saving water, I underestimated how picky these systems are with detergents. Had to switch brands twice already... worth it overall, but definitely not hassle-free.
Yeah, the detergent thing caught me off guard too... makes me wonder if manufacturers could be clearer about product compatibility. Did you find switching brands solved it completely, or is it still kinda finicky sometimes?
Yeah, the detergent compatibility thing is definitely a bit murky... you'd think they'd make it clearer on the packaging or something. When I switched brands, it mostly sorted things out, but honestly, every now and then it still acts up—especially if I try a new eco-friendly detergent that's on sale. Makes me wonder if it's just my plumbing being picky or if sustainable products in general are still ironing out some kinks. Glad I'm not the only one scratching my head over this stuff.
I've wondered about the plumbing aspect myself—tried an eco-friendly detergent once and noticed my drain slowed down big time. Makes me curious if these sustainable products have ingredients that react differently with older pipes or certain materials... maybe there's more to it than just compatibility?
Had a similar issue—switched to eco-friendly soap and my drains got sluggish. Did you check if your pipes are cast iron or PVC? Older metal pipes sometimes react differently... maybe buildup happens quicker with certain ingredients? Worth looking into pipe material compatibility.
