There are two basic components to a septic system
- The septic tank
- The leaching field (soil absorption area)
Here is the how the septic system works:
- Waste flows from the home into the septic tank.
- Organic solids float to the top and inorganic solids sink to the bottom of the tank.
- Natural occurring bacteria in the septic tank converts the organic solids to liquid.
- The clear liquid in between the "solids" and "sludge" layers flows into the leaching field.
How does a septic system fail? SOLID BUILD-UP!
By not servicing and maintaining your system properly, solids build up within the septic system and flow into the leaching field. This clogs the leaching field and could permanently destroy the field.
As well, household cleaners like detergents, toilet cleaners, bleach, and disinfectants kill the natural bacteria in the septic tank.
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