After struggling for quite some time with our septic system, I realized there might be a problem with the way we were approaching various aspects of plumbing. For starters, we didn't think too much of putting things down the garbage disposal, which created some serious issues later on down the road. We were left struggling with drains that just didn't work properly, and so we started carefully considering ways to change things. We talked with a plumber about septic system maintenance, and they had some tips that improved our experience. Check out this website for awesome tips on managing septic tanks.
Caring for your septic system requires regular diligence with good use habits and professional servicing to the tank. Here are some recommendations to help you take care of your tank with good maintenance habits and professional cleaning.
Know Your Tank Location
The location of your septic tank within your yard is an important detail for you to understand as a homeowner. And if you have just moved into a new home or have lived at the same home for some time and you don't know or have forgotten where your tank's access opening is located, it may not seem like a big deal but it is important for you in the system's maintenance.
Knowing the location of your septic tank will help you protect it from damage above ground but also provide important information to your septic professional when they arrive at your property to pump and clean out your tank for maintenance. The size of the tank's capacity within the soil is an important detail to make sure the tank is spaced away from any nearby trees and parking areas.
Mark off its location in your yard with a planter or a post, or keep a diagram of its location within your yard. Then, when your septic professional arrives to pump the tank and perform their cleaning service, you won't have to search the yard or dig around in your flower bed to find its location. And if they need to clean out your drainfield lines that have become clogged, for example, they can locate them based on the location of your collection tank.
Arrange For Regular Service
After you have a good understanding of your tank's location for professional servicing, you can take some important steps to keep your system healthy and working well. The first step to doing so is to plan for a regular pumping schedule to your tank. To do this, you need to know how frequently your tank will need to be pumped.
What is your septic tank capacity and how many individuals will be using your septic system? These questions will help you determine the frequency you will pump your tank and your septic professional can recommend a good schedule. A good recommendation is anywhere from two to five years between pumping, but this may change if, for example, you rent out an RV spot on your property and the RV owner connects to your septic system. You will need to then arrange for a septic tank cleaning and pumping sooner than if it were just your household using the septic system.
To avoid any problems with your tank between pumping, be sure you space out your water use in your household. So, for example, don't do all your laundry on one day, and if you have a leaky faucet or toilet, be sure to repair it asap so you don't cause the tank to overfill with water and flood the drainfield.
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