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Envirolet Review: "Once installed it worked wonderfully."

This is an Envirolet® FlushSmart VF testimonial from Land of Lakes, Ontario.

“This is our new installed toilet at our cottage. Once installed it worked wonderfully. We are very satisfied. Thanks for all your help explaining some details over the course of installing and winterizing.”

Joe & Cathy
Land of Lakes

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Envirolet MS10 Review from Minnesota - "Amazing Product"

This is a truly great review of the Envirolet MS10 waterless composting toilet system that we received from Lyle and Rory in Minnesota. Some of the highlights:

• No more going to the outhouse in the middle of the night.
• Emptying was easy — “just dirt.”

This is what Lyle and Rory wrote:

“We installed our Envirolet in April of 2011 and used it throughout the summer and fall…it was amazing. No more going to the outhouse in the middle of the night. The females in the family have truly learned to appreciate our decision to purchase our MS10!

Cleaning the toilet out this last weekend since its start up in April was…I have to admit easier than we thought it was going to be. It was not messy, gross…as a matter of fact it was just dirt. We couldn’t believe it. Its all ready for another fun season ahead.

We don’t know how we got along without it but are glad that we do not have to go without ever again.

Thank you Envirolet…this is an amazing product and we recommend it to anyone!”

Lyle & Rory
Minnesota

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Envirolet Waterless Remote in Vermont - "LOVE IT!"

Bill and Mary in Vermont were kind enough to send some photos and comments about their Envirolet Waterless Remote Composting Toilet System… and they "LOVE IT!" They write:

"Hi,

SOooooo we decided, after a lot of research, to go with the Envirolet. AND LOVE IT! NO smells…. LOOKS normal (even when you lift the lid). Our house guests have had no problems. I have a cute little canister with the daily mix and signs on how to put two scoops a day 'down the hatch'. Along with signs on using the tp.
Toilet itself is on the second floor with the base directly below on the first floor in the utility room. Again, no smells. I have a tassel on the rake bar with another note on how to give it a couple pulls once a day.

Thanks!"
Bill and Mary Ann K.
Vermont

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Envirolet BP in New Mexico

Some nice words and photos from Leon in New Mexico about his Envirolet Basic Plus (Non-Electric) waterless all-in-one composting toilet system installation.

"Greetings,

Attached is my testimonial [see below] and pictures from the installation of my new Envirolet composting toilet. It states simply and honestly my feelings. As you can see from my testimonial, privacy is an integral to a simple life and I ask that you respect that by not using my identity in any public venue. Thank you,"

Leon

New Mexico

Attached testimonial:

"During the past several years my goal has been to protect my simple lifestyle through Emergency Preparedness. I live in the high dessert of New Mexico where potable fresh water continues to be a very precious resource. In a recent article, it was estimated that New Mexico has only a ten year supply of fresh potable water remaining. Yet, construction continues, and this declining resource must be shared by more and more people.

I live alone and enjoy a life of voluntary simplicity. And yet, I find that I must do more to protect my way of life. This is precisely why I installed the Envirolet Waterless Self-contained Basic Plus Non Electric composting toilet. Where I live, if the electric grid goes down so does my water supply. The communal well pump is electric and there is no generator or backup storage.

I started my research on composting toilets with Envirolet based on the recommendation of a friend. I read their informative catalog, the installation and operating manuals and the testimonials posted on the Internet from customers who have purchased the self- contained unit. I used Google to widen my search but ended where I started with Envirolet. I also called Tech Support with questions not answered elsewhere.

I have also recently added a stand alone photovoltaic solar system and a second independent source of heat should the natural gas supply be interrupted. I am really serious about Emergency Preparedness.
My Envirolet composting toilet satisfies my two Emergency Preparedness requirements of (a) being independent of the electric grid and (b) reducing my personal consumption of a very precious natural resource."

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Envirolet FlushSmart in Minnesota

Thanks to Lars in Minnesota for sending in his terrific photos and comments about his Envirolet FlushSmart VF System installation in his Minnesota cabin.

"First year with the Flushsmart system, a great addition to our new cabin. Simple, elegant, and well designed, also makes the trip to outhouse in the middle of night something you don't need to do anymore.

Connected to our rain water reservoir system the the toilet and compost tank work perfect. No worries about a septic freezing in the Winter, or having to have a truck get to our cabin to pump out a tank. I think this is a great solution for most cabins. Certainly use me a reference."

Thanks,

Lars R.

Minnesota

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Envirolet Waterless Remote in Minneapolis

This is a great testimonial from Bob and Jean in Minneapolis! They installed an Envirolet Waterless Remote System (120VAC) recently but are happy with the results and convenience.

"In April, 2011, we purchased the Envirolet composting electric toilet for our lake bunkhouse in Minnesota. We are delighted to report that this toilet has been used regularly throughout the latter part of the summer with no problem, no odor and a minimum of upkeep. It has not only provided comfort to folks using the bunkhouse, but has minimized water and septic usage in our main cabin bathroom. Although the Envirolet has been in use for only a short time thus far, we are optimistic for its positive function in summers to come."

Bob and Jean H.
Minneapolis, MN

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Envirolet in BC Cabin

Thanks to Lyn and Brad for their photos and testimonial about their Envirolet MS10 waterless composting tolet system in British Columbia. They write:

"Our family has a cabin at Sproat Lake, outside of Port Alberni, BC.

After much consideration (and taking into account, 'my' fear of things that go bump in the night), "Envirolet" proved to be the answer to the long trek in the dark, up the hill to the outhouse.

We have included a picture of the shower-shed, and also a picture of one of the uninvited guests that frequent our property. The bears are so silent and appear when you least expect them. This year the bears are especially active along the lakeside, as the lake is home to a large run of Sockeye Salmon come into the lake for spawning - the run was counted at 800,000 fish. 'Buffet' is open!"

Lyn and Brad S.

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Envirolet in Illinois Garage for 8+ Years

Mike in Illinois sent some photos and excellent comments about his Envirolet MS10 waterless composting toilet used in his garage. He writes:

“Dear Envirolet,

I installed your waterless toilet in my garage on 6-3-2003. It has worked flawlessly since — 8 years running. We have a sunroom attached to our detached garage. Your product eliminates the need (pun intended) to have to walk inside the house to use the toilet. We empty it once per year and it's easy!”

Mike R.
Illinois

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"Wonderful" Envirolet MS10 in North Carolina Cabin

Another great Buzz post with these cool photos and comments from Nathan and Suzanne in North Carolina. They have any Envirolet MS10 waterless composting toilet system installed in their cabin. They write:

“Hello,

Attached are some photos of our Envirolet toilet at our cabin in the North Carolina mountains. We have had the toilet for 5 years and it is wonderful.

Thanks.”

Nathan and Suzanne J.
North Carolina

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"Envirolet we love you!!"

We received some awesome comments and photos from Ed in Ontario about his Envirolet Low Water Remote System installation. The first sentence says it all: "Envirolet we love you!!" Read it all below.

“Envirolet we love you!!

Eight years ago we bought a cottage in what is called an environmentally challenged area. The place had a great location close to the water and near town BUT all the neighbors had outhouses. The problem was low elevation and high water table making septic systems out of the question.

I searched the internet and found Envirolet. We checked it out at the Toronto Cottage Life Show and were sold.

Installation was EASY and PRETTY QUICK ( like 6 hours !!!!!). We had a very small bedroom/bunk room that we could squeeze in a toilet, shower and small vanity . The Envirolet low water toilet went in no time and we just set the outside unit on a few patio tiles and ran an extension cord to it. That night was bliss. No going out in the middle of the night to use the outhouse!!!!!!!!

The next morning I realized that we had added thousands to the value of our cottage for very little work and helped the environment by doing away with the outhouse.

As you can see we have built a small shed over the outside part and everyone thinks it is a garden shed.

We have had no problems with this system and it is soooo easy to maintain.”

Sincerely, Ed W. Ontario

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Their Second Envirolet MS10

Not many products out there last almost 20 years. But, this is a great testimonial sent in by Peter and Manuelita in Ontario shows that Envirolet does. The photos are of their second Envirolet MS10 waterless composting toilet system. Their first MS10 was used for 18 years.

They write:

"To Whom It May Concern,

We purchased our second unit 20/07/2011. Our first one had lasted 18 years.

While we were at the show room in Oshawa purchasing and picking our unit, we were told that we could receive a coupon for Envirolet merchandise if we sent in pictures of our installed unit.

And so, here are our pictures."

Peter and Manuelita M.
Ontario

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Envirolet WSC in Ohio Camp

We received some wonderful comments and photos from our customer Richard in Ohio about his Envirolet waterless self-contained composting toilet camp installation. He writes:

"I see on the internet that by sending in a picture of my Envirolet installed. I can receive a $50.00 credit, thanks but no thanks. I'm not interested in a credit because of you being so nice and so helpful. Thank you.

When I drew up the plans and built our retreat in the mountains (Crystal Creek Camp) nothing was thrown together or done second rate, but done as best as I could. I am sending some snapshots. As you will see some people have told me. "If Crystal Creek Camp isn't the most beautiful place in the world it comes in a damn close second."

If your company would like to use any of these pictures for promotion they have my permission because of your help. They can quote me. "Nothing was done second rate including the bathroom, I did a lot of study and found Envirolet is the best and that's why it is in Crystal Creek Camps' bathroom."

Thanks again,
Richard D.

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Envirolet in Ontario Bunkie

Lori and Bryan sent us some nice photos and awesome comments about their Envirolet waterless self-contained composting toilet bunkie installation in Parry Sound, Ontario. Read their comments below:

"Hi Envirolet readers:

5 years ago (or so) our family built a bunkhouse at our cottage in Parry Sound, Ontario.

Due to the fact that it is built on rock and cannot support a septic bed in that area, after much research and deliberation we installed a grey water system and decided on purchasing an Envirolet Self Contained system. This unit is surprisingly easy to clean, operate and maintain. It is amazingly quiet, but most importantly, the heaters and fans in this unit ensure that there is never any odor, and that the compost is easily disposed of.

In those 5 years (or so), we have not had any difficulty or maintenance issues with our unit, and we're certain that if were in a position to purchase yet another composting toilet - Envirolet would most certainly be our brand of choice once again."

Lori and Bryan S.

Parry Sound, Ontario

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Envirolet DC12 in Vermont "Outperforms" Competitive Models

We love Jack from New Hampshire's comments about his Envirolet DC12 (12VDC) installed at his camp in Vermont! He writes how his Envirolet is "outperforming" competitive brands on the island!

Read all of what Jack wrote here:

"Dear Envirolet,

Please see the attached pictures of our installed Envirolet 12V, waterless, self-contained system.

We installed our Envirolet system in our remote island camp (Butler Island in Lake Champlain, VT). The system has worked perfectly for us and emptying the system when we open up the camp in the spring has been easy. I have seen composting toilets from other companies on the island and the performance we are getting with Envirolet exceeds what our friends are seeing with competitive brands.

Thanks!"
 
Regards, 
John O.
New Hampshire

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Envirolet Waterless Remote in Minnesota

Here's another Non-Electric Envirolet Waterless Remote installation to join the hundreds of others. This excellent Envirolet composting toilet system review and collection of installation photos was sent in by Cliff in Minnesota. Envirolet provided the solution in an application where septic was going to be too expensive.

"We purchased the Envirolet remote toilet about four (4) years ago. Initially it was installed without a bathroom in the cabin and we just put a temporary wall around it for privacy. Everyone (especially the women) was thankful we could actually go to the bathroom in the cabin instead of using a rock or log. This year we finally completed the bathroom in the cabin and we can’t be more pleased.

Our cabin is located on Lake Vermillion in northern Minnesota. The cabin is lake access only with no electricity, water, or septic system. It would not be cost effective for us to put in a septic system because there really isn’t a way to get equipment in the right location to do the work. We were going to put in the traditional outhouse but couldn’t because we kept hitting a rock shelf about three (3) down and we couldn’t get government approval to proceed. The Envirolet toilet was the way to go as it eliminated the septic system and rock shelf problem. Thanks."

Sincerely,

Cliff B.
Minnesota

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