Owning a septic system comes with its own set of perks — and just a few responsibilities.
When you take good care of your septic tank, your system quietly handles one of your home’s most important jobs day after day. With just a little regular attention, you can avoid costly surprises and keep your life running smoothly for years to come.
Ready to keep your septic system in top shape? Here are the top three ways to keep your septic system healthy.
Regular Septic Pumping
The first is regular pumping.
Your septic system needs to be pumped out at intervals that depend on the size of your household and your tank, as well as factors such as how often you do laundry.
Typically, most residential systems need pumping every three to five years. Those with more mechanical parts should be pumped more frequently to allow proper inspection.
Bacterial Additives
The second is bacterial additives.
Although natural bacteria are produced to break down the waste in your septic tank, you may need to add extra bacteria and nutrients to compensate for the anti-bacterial effects of chemical disinfectants and soaps, bleach, antibiotics being taken by household members, etc.
Bacterial additives should include nutrients and enzymes, not just “more bacteria.”
Annual Septic Tank Filter Cleaning
And the third is to clean the septic tank filter.
All septic tanks should have an outlet filter, which should be cleaned and inspected when the tank is pumped or if the drains in the house become sluggish and gurgle.
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If you do these three things, you can be confident that, short of a natural disaster, your septic tank system will continue to do its job and deal with the waste your household produces.
A professional septic preventive maintenance program is the best way to keep your septic system – and yourselves – healthy.
If you're looking for a local septic pumping company, feel free to give us a call. We serve the Southeast, Mid-South, Mid-Atlantic, and New England.
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