For many of us, we turn on the faucet, flush, wash dishes, and spit after we brush our teeth without ever stopping to think where all of that water and waste go. Most people tend to think that everything is good with their septic tanks unless something is going wrong. However, that is the wrong mindset to take when it comes to making sure that their septic tanks work properly and last as long as they should.
A septic tank is a large holding tank for waste that leaves the home. The tank is designed to separate the liquid waste from the solid waste, but it must be maintained in order to function properly. Taking the initiative to pump the septic tank every few years is crucial to the longevity of the tank. Without pumping the tank regularly, materials will accumulate at the bottom and top of the water and create layers of scum and “sludge.” The accumulation of scum can ruin the condition of the septic tank and the drain field.
It is recommended that everyone with a septic tank schedule the tank to be pumped every 3-5 years. It is important to have the tank pumped while the system is still working properly. Waiting too long could leave the septic tank in unsalvageable condition leading to a very costly and messy repair. Those who have a garbage disposal system attached to the house should have more frequent septic tank pumping because of the greater amount of waste that will accumulate in the tank. Talking to professional septic tank companies, you can determine the schedule you should keep for maintaining the life and function of your septic tank.
Posted on behalf of Septic Service Pro
