"greywater can get funky fast if someone forgets and dumps cooking grease down the sink...been there, unclogged that."
Haha, yep, learned that lesson the hard way myself. Mesh pre-filters are solid advice—cheap insurance against nasty clogs. I've also found that regular enzyme treatments help keep things flowing smoothly and cut down on odors. Greywater systems definitely need a bit more TLC than rainwater setups, but once dialed in, they're pretty reliable. Good luck with yours!
Mesh filters are definitely a lifesaver, but I'm curious—have you noticed a big difference with enzyme treatments? I've heard mixed experiences...wonder if it's system-specific or more about regular upkeep. Either way, sounds like you've got yours pretty dialed in.
"I've heard mixed experiences...wonder if it's system-specific or more about regular upkeep."
Honestly, enzyme treatments seem a bit hit-or-miss from what I've seen. We had a customer swear by them, but another said it was like tossing money down the drain (pun intended). Regular maintenance seems to matter more overall.
Totally agree on the maintenance angle—I've had a greywater setup for about three years now, and honestly, enzymes didn't do much for me either. What really made a difference was just keeping an eye on filters and cleaning them regularly. Rainwater harvesting seems simpler overall, but storage can be a pain if you don't have space... learned that the hard way after my first overflow mess.
I've been leaning towards rainwater harvesting myself, mostly because of the simplicity factor you mentioned. But yeah, storage is definitely a headache if you're tight on space. I had a neighbor whose tank overflowed during a heavy storm—ended up flooding part of their basement. After seeing that mess, I've been extra cautious about overflow valves and drainage setups. Greywater seems great in theory, but honestly, the thought of constant filter checks makes me hesitate... guess there's no perfect solution here.
