Originally Posted by
mckwilter
We had to replace our septic system about 10 years ago. We chose to have the water that drains from the washer go into the yard to water the grass and bushes. It does not go down the drain and into the septic system. If you have a big yard, consider diverting the water from the washer into your yard, especially if you are in an area that rations water.
The average life expectancy of a septic system is only 20-30 years, so replacement is not unusual. By having your graywater divert to the lawn, you're putting loose plastic fibers directly into the food chain instead of containing them underground with the rest of the sludge to be pumped and disposed of as contaminents. Something to think about.