Septic System Additives

High-Strength Septic Treatment From Your Local Septic Team

At Koberlein, A Wind River Company, we bring more than 60 years of local septic experience in Northeastern Pennsylvania and nearby New York to something many homeowners overlook: keeping the bacteria in your septic tank healthy. Our licensed team in Honesdale has helped generations of property owners protect their systems with practical maintenance plans that fit real-world homes, cabins, and businesses.

Because we are part of the Wind River Environmental network, our local technicians are backed by more than 1,100 professionals, 1,000 vehicles, and 100 local teams. We combine that depth of resources with a 4.9-star rating across hundreds of reviews, long-tenured employees, and 24/7 live-answer support so you always talk with a real person when you need help.

After every service visit, we email clear documentation with receipts, notes, and photos, so you know exactly what we did and what we recommend next for your septic system.

Have questions about septic system additives or want to add them to your maintenance plan? Call our team anytime at (570) 671-2940 to speak with a live representative.

Why Septic System Additives Matter

Every septic system depends on living bacteria to do the hard work inside the tank. Those bacteria decompose solids and digest fats, oils, and grease before treated effluent flows out to your drain field.

Modern households use a lot of products that are tough on those bacteria. Antibacterial soaps, bleach, strong disinfectants, and some cleaning chemicals can deplete bacterial populations and upset your septic tank bacteria balance. When that happens, solids break down more slowly, sludge can build up faster, and your leach field faces a higher risk of clogging over time.

Bacterial additive products help replenish the beneficial organisms that everyday household chemicals remove. They support drain field protection by helping your tank process what comes into it more efficiently.

It is important to remember that septic system additives are part of septic system maintenance, not a substitute for it. Regular pumping still removes the accumulated sludge and non-biodegradable material that additives cannot break down. Routine service combined with a filter and regular use of septic system additives gives your system a more complete level of care.

Wind River Environmental Septic System Treatment & Boost

We trust Wind River Environmental's Septic System Treatment as our primary bacterial additive because of its formulation strength and safety profile.

• High bacterial concentration: Wind River Environmental's Septic System Treatment contains 50,000,000,000 colony-forming bacteria (CFB). Other septic system treatments on the market typically contain between 475,000 and 1,000,000 CFB.
• Safe for your home and the environment: The Septic System Treatment is 100% non-toxic and safe for the environment, and naturally biodegradable.
• Simple dosage: Recommended use is one quart every other month as part of an ongoing maintenance routine.

This strength and simplicity make the treatment a practical way to support the bacterial community your tank needs to operate as designed.

We also offer Boost as a companion product in our bacterial additive products lineup. Boost is a solution of enzymes that help break down organic waste such as food products and grease. It works alongside Septic System Treatment within the Wind River Environmental 3-step septic tank maintenance approach.

When Septic System Additives Are Especially Helpful

Many homes and properties benefit from routine use of bacterial additives. In Northeastern Pennsylvania and nearby New York, there are some situations where additives can be particularly useful for maintaining a healthy bacterial balance.

• Heavy use of antibacterial cleaners: If your household relies on frequent bleach use, antibacterial soaps, or strong disinfectants, those products can significantly reduce bacterial populations in the tank. Additives can help support biological activity when your cleaning routine is hard on bacteria.
• Right after a pump-out: A fresh pump-out lowers the number of bacteria in the tank along with the waste that was removed. Adding bacteria afterward can help your system return to normal biological activity more quickly.
• Seasonal and vacation properties: Wayne County and Pike County include many vacation and second homes in the Pocono region, as well as cabins and camps in nearby New York counties. When a property sits unused for weeks or months, the reduced organic input can allow bacteria levels to decline. Septic additives are often especially relevant for these intermittent-use systems.
• Early warning signs: Slow drains or new septic odors can sometimes indicate a disrupted bacterial balance, although they can also point to mechanical or structural issues that require professional inspection. If you notice changes like these, we recommend calling us so we can help you decide on the right next step.

Frequently Asked Questions About Septic System Additives

Do Septic System Additives Replace Pumping?

No. No additive product removes the accumulated sludge that pumping removes. Even with consistent use of Septic System Treatment or other additives, regular pump-outs are still necessary to manage solids and protect your drain field.

Our bacterial additive products are part of a complete maintenance approach that includes routine service and filter care, not a replacement for pumping. In Pennsylvania, requirements for pumping and maintenance are guided by Act 537 (the Sewage Facilities Act) and enforced locally by municipal Sewage Enforcement Officers. Using additives does not change those obligations.

Is Septic System Treatment Safe for My Plumbing and Septic System?

Yes. Wind River Environmental's Septic System Treatment is 100% non-toxic and safe for the environment, and naturally biodegradable. It is designed to support the bacteria your septic system relies on, without harming your household plumbing or your yard.

If you are unsure whether additives are a good fit for your specific system or property, we can review your setup and maintenance history and make a recommendation based on your situation.

Talk With Our Team About Septic System Additives

Choosing the right septic system additives is easier when you have a local team that understands Northeastern Pennsylvania soils, seasonal use patterns, and local regulations. We are here to answer questions, review your current maintenance schedule, and help you decide how bacterial additives like Septic System Treatment and Boost fit into your overall plan.

We offer 24/7 live-answer support, long-term technicians who know your area, and clear documentation after every visit, so you always know where your system stands.

To discuss septic system additives or schedule service, call Koberlein, A Wind River Company today at (570) 671-2940.