septic tank service is a crucial part of maintaining a healthy septic system. It reduces the risk of wastewater overflow and protects the soil absorption field from clogging and failure. Regular septic tank pumping helps prevent costly repairs and extends the lifespan of the septic system.
Preventing Septic Tank Issues with Regular Pumping
How often a septic tank needs to be pumped depends on the size of the septic tank and how many people regularly live in the home. Larger tanks need to be pumped more frequently than smaller ones. Also, households with more people place a heavier strain on septic systems than smaller families do.
If a septic tank is not pumped on time, solid waste can overflow into the drain field and cause backups or failure of plumbing fixtures. Septic tank overflows can also be a health hazard because they leak foul-smelling sewage gasses into the environment.
The main function of a septic tank is to remove solids from household wastewater so that the liquid effluent can more easily filter through the soil of the septic system’s absorption field. Properly filtered wastewater can act as an effective fertilizer for the surrounding yard and is a safe alternative to commercial fertilizers.
The best time to pump a septic tank is in spring when the ground has thawed. It’s easier for a truck to maneuver in and out of the septic tank, and the process can be completed before the busy summer season. Be sure to have the tank pumped through the two large central access ports and not the baffle inspection ports because these can damage baffles and result in incomplete removal of sludge and scum.
A1 Septic Service
7300 Imeson Rd Jacksonville, FL 32219
(904)764-6600