Do's and Don'ts of Septic Tanks
Do's
- Know where your septic tank is located.
- Have your septic pumped on a regular basis, every 2 or 3 years.
- Check leach field for soggy area or disagreeable odors, which indicate system failure.
- Keep a record of last pumping date and the condition of your system.
Don'ts
- Flush grease or toxic materials into your system.
- Park vehicles or other materials on your leach field or septic system.
- Cover the drain field with a hard surface such as concrete, asphalt, above-ground pools, or decks. The area should have only a grass cover.
- Add enzymes or commercial additives to your system.
Do not Flush or Wash Down the Drain!
- Coffee grinds
- Fat, grease, or oil
- Kitty litter
- Tampons, sanitary napkins, condoms, disposable diapers, baby wipes, dental floss, or paper towels
Or hazardous chemicals, such as:
- Paints, varnishes, or paint thinners
- Pesticides, waste, or photographic solutions
- Oils, old gasoline, or other chemicals
Our thoughts about Garbage Disposals:
We do not recommend the use of a garbage disposal when your waste disposal system is an individual septic system. This type of waste can be disposed of by discarding it in your compost pile or rubbish. If you must keep your garbage disposal, it is very important to pump your septic system more often.
We do not recommend the use of a garbage disposal when your waste disposal system is an individual septic system. This type of waste can be disposed of by discarding it in your compost pile or rubbish. If you must keep your garbage disposal, it is very important to pump your septic system more often.
Signs that your system is failing:
- Sewage backup in drains or toilets.
- Slow flushing toilets, sink, or drains.
- Visible liquid on the surface of the ground near the septic system. It may or may not have an odor associated with it.
- Lush green grass over the drain field, even during dry weather. Often this indicates that an excessive amount of liquid from the system is moving up though the soil, instead of the downward, as it should. While some upward movement of liquid from the drain field is good, too much could indicate major problems.
- Unpleasant odors around your house.
What to do if your system is failing:
If your system exhibits one or more of the failures, contact your county soil engineer, he will then assess the situation. Sometimes the system may be repaired without complete replacement. Sewage contains harmful bacteria, so keep pets and children away from the failure. Limit water use until repairs can be made. If a new system or repairs are needed, a permit is often required from your town.
If your system exhibits one or more of the failures, contact your county soil engineer, he will then assess the situation. Sometimes the system may be repaired without complete replacement. Sewage contains harmful bacteria, so keep pets and children away from the failure. Limit water use until repairs can be made. If a new system or repairs are needed, a permit is often required from your town.
Physical Damage:
Driving, paving, or building on top of a soil absorption unit can damage the field. Pipes can shift or be crushed and the soil compacted. Damage of this sort can make it difficult to locate the septic tank and prevents access for regular pumping. Tree roots can also clog the soil absorption field. Plant the area in grass, not trees or shrubs.
Driving, paving, or building on top of a soil absorption unit can damage the field. Pipes can shift or be crushed and the soil compacted. Damage of this sort can make it difficult to locate the septic tank and prevents access for regular pumping. Tree roots can also clog the soil absorption field. Plant the area in grass, not trees or shrubs.
Inspections:
Inspection includes locating, digging, and removing the covers on the treatment tank. We will assess the baffles, the sludge and scum levels in the tank, and liquid levels. This service is usually needed when selling or buying a home.
Inspection includes locating, digging, and removing the covers on the treatment tank. We will assess the baffles, the sludge and scum levels in the tank, and liquid levels. This service is usually needed when selling or buying a home.
Septic Services
Residential & Commercial
Reasonable Rates
Radio-Dispatched Trucks
Fast, Dependable Service
Reasonable Rates
Radio-Dispatched Trucks
Fast, Dependable Service
Emergency Service
Fully Insured
Septic Tank Inspections
Minor Repairs, Baffles Replaced
Risers & Filter Installed
Fully Insured
Septic Tank Inspections
Minor Repairs, Baffles Replaced
Risers & Filter Installed
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