Categories for Septic System Maintenance

What Are the Signs Your Septic System Needs to be Replaced?

March 10, 2022 Published by Leave your thoughts

The functionality of your home’s septic system is highly dependent on proper maintenance, which includes pumping after three to five years and regular repairs due to wear and tear. Even though these repairs ensure maximum functionality and longevity, over the years, the septic system comes to an inevitable end, and it has to be replaced. Fortunately, you don’t have to wait until the system completely fails for you to know that it’s time for a replacement. Watch out for the following septic system failure signs, which will prompt you early enough to call experts. Lush Grass Near the Septic Tank... View Article

Where Should a Septic Tank Be Installed on My Property?

December 30, 2021 Published by Leave your thoughts

What’s the best location for your septic tank? While there’s no specific recommended site for any given parcel of land, there are some simple rules for septic system placement. You might be limited by geographic features or local building codes, but the ultimate goal is to make sure that the tank and drain field are in an area that won’t interfere with your health and safety. Here’s a quick guide to proper septic system placement to help ensure the successful installation and function of your system. Soil quality and geographical features When you rely on a drain field to treat... View Article

Are Septic Tanks Environmentally Friendly?

December 16, 2021 Published by Leave your thoughts

If you’re new to owning a septic tank, you might wonder whether septic tanks are environmentally friendly. More people than ever are concerned with the impact that humans have on the environment, from climate change to maintaining a healthy groundwater supply. The idea of sending human waste into the soil—and the groundwater supply—might seem counterintuitive, but we can happily declare septic tanks an eco-friendly alternative to municipal wastewater treatment. Most properties with septic tanks are too far away from municipal sewer systems to rely upon them. Septic tanks are a safe and easy way to treat your own wastewater. As... View Article

What Is the Most Common Cause of Septic System Failure?

November 29, 2021 Published by Leave your thoughts

Septic systems have come a long way in the past few decades. While the basic premise is the same, today’s systems can last for a lifetime without running into any issues. If you’ve ever wondered, “What is the most common cause of septic system failure?” keep reading. This post will teach you everything you need to know: Poor design or installation: If the contractor doesn’t consider space requirements, sewage rate flow or soil conditions, the system is bound to fail at some point. The easiest way to avoid this problem is by hiring a reputable contractor for installation. Water overload:... View Article

Are Garbage Disposals Safe for Septic Systems?

October 14, 2021 Published by Leave your thoughts

Part of being a responsible homeowner is taking proper care of your septic system. Knowing what you can and can’t put down the drain can extend the life of your septic system and prevent you from having to call a repair technician. But whether you can use a garbage disposal with a septic system is a bit of a gray area. There are certain precautions you can take regarding your garbage disposal and septic system—that’s what we’ll cover here with these FAQs. How does a septic tank work? A septic tank holds all the waste that was flushed down your... View Article

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