Your system runs on biology. Feed it right.
Natural septic tank treatment, holding tank products, and drain care that work with your system's biology instead of killing it. Beneficial bacteria that digest waste, reduce odors, and cut pump-out frequency — no formaldehyde, no bleach, no chlorine.
Chemicals kill the biology your system needs
Every septic system, holding tank, and drain line depends on living bacteria to break down waste. Most treatments destroy those bacteria. Then you wonder why the system backs up.
The backup cycle
Bleach and antibacterial products wipe out the microbes your tank needs. Solids stop breaking down. You pump more often, spend more money, and the cycle starts again the day you pour the next bottle of cleaner down the drain.
The cost you do not see
Emergency pump-outs run $300–$500. A drain field replacement can cost $10,000 or more. The slow decline of your system's biology does not announce itself until you have a real problem — and by then, the cheap fix is off the table.
Chemicals solve one problem, create three more
Formaldehyde and bleach-based additives mask odors temporarily while destroying the microbial ecosystem your system depends on. You are treating the symptom and killing the cure at the same time.
We have been solving waste problems since 2009
From farm lagoons to national park vault toilets to your backyard septic tank — our team formulates and supports every product we sell.
Allen Reynolds
VP & Director of Operations
Allen has spent years in the field working with farmers on lagoon odor, waste breakdown, and biosecurity. If you have a commercial waste problem, Allen has probably seen it firsthand.
Brad Broxton
Sales & Field Support
Brad works directly with campgrounds, municipalities, and commercial operators to match the right product to the right system. He will walk you through dosing and scheduling for your specific setup.
Mike Usry
Founder & Formulator
Mike formulates every product Southland sells. The bacterial strains, concentrations, and delivery systems behind these waste treatments come from his work in microbiology and organic chemistry.
Three jobs. Real products.
Different systems, same principle: feed the biology, and the biology does the work.
Keep your septic system working without pumping it every year.
Antibacterial soaps, bleach, and household chemicals kill the bacteria your septic tank needs to break down solids. The system backs up, odors creep in, and you end up pumping more often than you should.
Best for: Homeowners with septic systems, rural properties, or vacation homes
Manage holding tanks and vault toilets without chemical burns.
Commercial holding tanks at campgrounds, parks, and job sites build up fast. Chemical treatments mask the smell temporarily but destroy the biology you need for breakdown. The result: more frequent pump-outs, higher costs, and complaints.
Best for: Campgrounds, parks, portable toilet operators, job sites
Turn waste into compost instead of a liability.
Whether it is farm waste, food scraps, or organic material piling up — raw organics attract pests, create odors, and take forever to break down on their own. Chemical accelerants introduce compounds you do not want in your soil.
Best for: Farms, gardens, municipal composting, food waste operations
Shop waste treatment products
Every product uses live beneficial bacteria — no formaldehyde, no bleach, no chlorine. The biology does the work.
Ships same day. Family-owned in Georgia since 2009.
Alpet D2 Surface Sanitizing Wipes
Alpet D2 Surface Sanitizing Wipes are a ready-to-use, no-rinse, lintless wiping system for food contact and non-food contact surfaces. Alpet D2 Surface Sanitizing Wipes are available in a heavy duty 90-count wipe canister as well as a 160-count canister with thinner wipes. As with all Best Sanitizers wiping systems, the spring-loaded lid closes on its own to prevent the drying of wipes, helping to eliminate unnecessary waste. Clean and sanitize with one product Sanitizes food contact and non-food contact surfaces Kills 99.999% of Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Salmonella enterica (formerly typhimurium) and Listeria monocytogenes as a food contact surface sanitizer Kills 99.9% of tested pathogens in 10 seconds as a non-food contact surface sanitizer 58% IPA/quat formula Ideal for water-sensitive equipment NSF listed D2 classification Kosher, Pareve and Halal certified Looking for a highly evaporative spray? Check out the Alpet D2 Surface Sanitizer Spray and Alpet D2 Quat-Free Surface Sanitizer Spray.
Best for: Poultry gut health & litter management
Ignition
Ignition accelerates the decomposition process, turning dead matter into life-giving fuel. Use Ignition on your compost piles to accelerate the composting process, or apply it directly to your soil to create a vibrant environment for a flourishing garden. Benefits of Ignition: Naturally-derived compost starter Easy-to-use liquid formula Manufactured in the United States Fast-acting Provides beneficial microbes for healthier, living compost Contains no synthetic nitrogens Decays organic materials and garden waste for faster results
PORT
PORT is a powerful outdoor restroom and holding tank treatment that provides rapid waste degradation and odor control. PORT efficiently and effectively breaks down solid waste, clears bio-solids in septic systems and opens up clogged pipes, often adding years between tank pumping. Benefits of PORT: Eliminates unpleasant odors rather than simply covering them up with perfumes or fragrances Harmless to human, animal and marine life Digests difficult compounds toxic to naturally occurring beneficial bacteria or existing sewage bacteria Breaks down difficult detergents, fats, oils, tissue and hydrocarbons with biological additives Reduces corrosion resulting from leaching hydrogen sulfide Non-corrosive and non-pathogenic Safe to handle and store Free from harsh chemicals PORT is also available in our Pour the PORT Septic Tank Treatment Subscription. PORT is a USDA Certified Biobased Product®. This means that it's made of primarily biological products and therefore considered an alternative to petroleum-derived products by the USDA. Southland Organics is fully registered with SAM.gov Entity ID: L9GTYJCHK2Q5
Best for: Septic & waste treatment
Pour the PORT
Pour the PORT is a simple septic tank treatment subscription program to maintain your septic system. Every four months, you will receive four bottles of PORT. You will receive one quart and three 8 ounce bottles. Upon arrival, simply pour the quart down your drain or toilet. After the initial application, pour one 8 ounce bottle down your drain or toilet each month. The quart will shock the system, and the 8 ounce bottles will maintain a happy system. Benefits of Pour the PORT: Breaks down human waste and toilet paper easily Uses beneficial bacteria—not harsh chemicals—to break down waste Eliminates unpleasant odors instead of covering them up with chemical additives Keeps your drain field safe for your pets and kids to play in PORT is also available outside of the subscription program in larger sizes. Shop more PORT options here. PORT is a USDA Certified Biobased Product®. This means that it's made of primarily biological products and therefore considered an alternative to petroleum-derived products by the USDA.
Best for: Septic & waste treatment
Pure B.S. (Bio Surfactant)
Pure B.S. (Bio Surfactant) is an environmentally safe and user-friendly drain treatment formulated to eliminate buildup of solids. By eliminating solids, drains can be kept free of organic matter that cause clogs and odor and attract drain flies. The base of Pure B.S. is a biological surfactant produced by Bacillus bacteria, which makes it both non-corrosive and non-hazardous. Pure B.S. is sold in a bettix quart for easy measuring. Benefits of Pure B.S.: Keeps drains flowing Removes buildup from fats, oils, grease and sugar Prevents drain flies by removing their food source Eliminates odors
ZeroPoint
EPA-Registered Agricultural Disinfectant for Commercial Operations The Only Reset That Matters Between Production Cycles 60-Second Contact Time • 5-Log Pathogen Reduction • Zero Evacuation Required Product Overview ZeroPoint Industrial is the professional biosecurity solution that commercial livestock and poultry operations trust when thousands of animals depend on pathogen elimination. Effective livestock biosecurity protocols are essential for preventing the spread of diseases, protecting both animals and employees, and safeguarding public health. Disinfectants play a critical role in reducing disease transmission between animals, humans, and the environment. ZeroPoint Industrial helps protect the environment and everyone involved in animal care. This EPA-registered hypochlorous acid (HOCl) sanitizer delivers hospital-grade disinfection without the hazards of traditional agricultural sanitizers. EPA Registration #: 97801-1-102456 Key Benefits: Broad-spectrum elimination of poultry and livestock pathogens in 60 seconds No evacuation required - safe for use with animals present after drying No rinse, no residue - degrades to salt and water No resistance development possible with HOCl technology Non-corrosive to equipment and safe for workers USDA Organic approved for use in organic production Essential for maintaining livestock biosecurity and preventing disease outbreaks The Bottom Line When 50,000+ birds depend on your biosecurity decision, there’s no room for products that “might” work. ZeroPoint Industrial is proven to prevent disease transmission in large-scale livestock and poultry operations, delivering measurable pathogen reduction that translates directly to your bottom line. Zero Pathogens. Zero Evacuation. Zero Compromise.
Best for: Backyard flock health
Numbers, not promises
Family-owned • Formulated in-house • Shipped from Bogart, Georgia
Common questions
How do beneficial bacteria actually break down septic waste?
Your septic tank already runs on bacteria — billions of microorganisms digest solids around the clock. The problem is that antibacterial soaps, bleach, and cleaning products kill those bacteria faster than they can recover. Our septic treatment replenishes those populations with concentrated beneficial microbes that get the system back to work. It is the same biology your tank was designed to use.
How often should I treat my septic system?
Monthly is the standard for most residential systems. If you have heavy use, use a lot of antibacterial products, or recently had the tank pumped, start with a dose every two weeks for the first month. After that, monthly keeps the bacterial population strong enough to handle normal household load.
Will this work on commercial holding tanks and vault toilets?
Yes. Holding Tank Treatment is formulated for the high-volume, high-abuse environments at campgrounds, parks, and portable units. The bacterial strains are selected to handle the organic load and the chemical residue that comes with commercial use. Several state park systems use it.
Can natural products actually clear drain clogs?
Pure B.S. Bio-Surfactant uses enzymes and beneficial bacteria to break down grease, hair, and food buildup over time. It works slower than chemical drain cleaner — you will not see instant results — but it is safer for your pipes, safer for your septic system, and the effect is cumulative. Use it weekly as prevention, not as a plunger replacement.
What makes this different from the septic products at the hardware store?
Most hardware store septic treatments use enzymes only. Enzymes break bonds but do not reproduce — they are a one-time reaction. Our products contain live bacterial cultures that multiply in your tank, colonize the surfaces, and keep working between doses. That is the difference between a chemical reaction and a living system.
Looking for other products? Browse our poultry supplements, lawn & turf products, or read our blog for application guides. Need sanitizers instead? See our commercial sanitizer line.
Not sure which product fits your system?
Tell us what kind of system you have — septic, holding tank, lagoon, or drain — and we will match you with the right product and dosing schedule. No guesswork.
Family-owned in Bogart, Georgia since 2009. A real person picks up the phone.