Exploring The Importance Of Professional Septic Tank Maintenance Services

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Understanding Septic System Problems

After we moved into a home with a septic system, I realized that we had to do something to understand what to expect. We started reading more and more about septic issues, and before we knew it, we had our first problem. Fortunately, because we were prepared, we didn't have to second guess our decision to call a repair person. Now when we have septic system issues, we don't worry as much about it and it is a great feeling. This blog is all about understanding common septic system problems and knowing how to fix them the first time around.

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Exploring The Importance Of Professional Septic Tank Maintenance Services

22 March 2021
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Did you recently purchase a home that makes use of a septic tank system? If you have never lived in a home that uses a septic system rather than a public sewer system in order to dispose of wastewater and sewage, you may not be aware of just how important it is to ensure this system is properly and professionally maintained. However, taking an out-of-sight, out-of-mind approach to septic maintenance can result in some rather serious damage to your property and some hefty repair bills as well. This is why you should take a moment to further explore the importance of proper maintenance and what you can do to help ensure your septic system continues working properly for many years to come. 

Getting Your Septic Tank Pumped

Arguably the most important part of maintaining your septic system is having your tank pumped. This is because while septic tanks are designed to break down waste naturally, there are some types of solid waste that simply take too long to breakdown. Broken-down waste can also result in the formation of scum inside your septic tank. Having this scum and excess solid waste pumped out of your tank is an essential part of making sure that the tank does not overflow and back up into your home.

The frequency with which your septic tank will need to be pumped will depend on a wide variety of factors such as how many people live in your home and what type of materials are being flushed down your toilets and drains. This is why it is always best to work with a septic tank maintenance professional to establish a pumping schedule that is personalized to your specific needs.

Be Mindful Of Warning Signs

In most cases, a septic system will not fail without any warning. Learning the warning signs of a failing septic system will allow you to quickly contact your maintenance service company when minor issues occur rather than waiting until you experience a full-blown septic failure. For instance, excess groundwater in the drain field surrounding your septic tank or slow-moving drains in your home can be a sign that your septic tank is reaching full capacity or has begun to overflow. 

Get Your Tank Tested

Septic tanks rely on certain types of bacteria to allow for the breakdown of solid waste materials. Cleaners and other household products that get washed down the drain can kill these bacteria and lead to problems within your septic system. Having a professional septic tank maintenance service test the water in your tank on a regular basis will allow you to identify any issues relating to bacteria levels and effectively make use of bacterial additives if necessary. 

Contact a local septic service to learn more about septic tank maintenance.