Water conservation can go a long way in extending the life of a septic system, saving you money each month on your water bill while also saving you from an expensive repair or septic tank replacement.
Septic systems s are designed to work by collecting wastewater in a septic tank where millions of bacteria are waiting to breakdown waste and convert it to a liquid or gas to be carried out into a drain field. Having a properly sized septic tank can provide a home with great service for at least thirty years with regularly scheduled septic tank pumping and maintenance. However, by practicing water conservation your tank can work more efficiently and can extend the life of your septic system.
Water conservation positively affects your septic tank because all of the water that exits your house through the drains winds up in your septic tank. By limiting the amount of water that flows to your septic tank, you are limiting the work that your septic system has to do. Not only does this save you money on your water bill, but it also saves the life of the bacteria in the septic tank. By simply turning off the water while brushing your teeth, repairing leaking faucets (inside and out), and replacing bathroom fixtures with energy efficient faucets, showerheads, and toilets you can save an estimated 6000-7000 gallons of water a year.
Taking measures to conserve water goes a long way to preserve the life of your septic tank. By reducing the load of wastewater that your system has to handle, it will extend the life of your septic system.
Posted on behalf of Metro Septic and Plumbing
