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How much can BioLet save me?
Save on a septic system
- BioLet composting toilets are MUCH cheaper than installing a septic system. A septic system averages at least $6,300 for an installation, not to mention the mess it creates of your yard.
- The annual cost of running a BioLet composting toilet system is much cheaper than a septic system;a septic system costs between $200 - $1500 each year to run.
- Composting toilets do not have odors or bugs. The same can't be said about septic systems.
- BioLets can be installed anywhere - you don't need a water hook up.
Saving water and money
The average american uses about 7, 665 gallons of water each year just flushing the toilet, according to the US Dept of Energy. Based on the average cost of $4 for 1000 gallons each American spends around $30 a year on toilet water alone. A family of four spends at least $120 each year on toilet water. Leaking toilets can add at least 200 gallons to each person's daily use as well! In addition, many families buy chemical fertilizers for their landscaping which could be replaced with the humus BioLets produce, saving them money on lawn care.
The price per flush will only increase as areas of the United States continue to experience drought and dry conditions.
Saving Greenhouse Emissions
The energy it takes to treat wastewater produces 5 million tons of greenhouse gas each year in the United States. Reduce wastewater and demand on electricity will also lessen.
