If your home is on a septic system rather than connected to a municipal sewer line, regular septic system maintenance is necessary to avoid problems with your system. One of the most important maintenance tasks is regular septic tank pumping. Having your septic tank pumped regularly will help keep your septic system in good working order.
The average cost for septic tank pumping can range anywhere from a hundred to a couple of hundreds of dollars. However, actual costs to pump a tank will depend on the size, location, and accessibility of the tank including how much digging will be required to gain access to the tank.
In terms of how often septic tanks should be pumped, the size of the tank is an important factor. An average sized tank should be pumped every three to five years. It is a good idea to get a specific recommendation for your own tank from a sewer-septic professional. Unfortunately, there is no way to tell whether a septic tank needs pumping without having it inspected by your plumber or sewer-septic professional.
If you leave you septic tank too long without regular pumping, it can cause serious problems with your septic system such as a clogged drain field. You may begin to notice problems inside the house such as sewage backups, difficulty flushing toilets, and slow drains. If you notice any of these problems, have your system checked out by a good sewer septic contractor. If you set a regular schedule to have your septic tank pumped, this can save you from costly repairs or future problems.
Your septic tank system is a critical component of your home and should be given serious consideration. Prevention is usually much less expensive than repairs for severe damage. Don’t wait for your septic system to fail. Have it inspected and pumped regularly and avoid septic system problems before they even begin.
