One of the most expensive problems for people who have a septic system is to call emergency septic services. So, it’s a good idea to know of some ways that you can avoid it. Below are three tips to avoid having to call emergency septic services. 1. Don’t Flush the Wrong Things The first thing that you can do to avoid needing emergency services for your septic system is to watch what you flush. Honestly, the only thing that you should flush is toilet paper and human waste. Anything else should be composted or put into the trash. 2....

A septic system is an underground sewage treatment system that many homes and businesses rely on when they don’t have access to a municipal sewage system. It consists of a sewage drain line, a septic tank where solid and liquid waste is separated, and a drain field where the liquid sewage (effluent) is released into the soil. Just like any other system, a septic system needs to be serviced by a licensed professional occasionally to ensure that it continues to function properly. Here’s how you know when you need septic services: A Few Years Have Passed- As a general...

Owning a septic tank has many benefits, but one major drawback of the system is regular septic services. It is a consistent expense that is vitally important to your septic system’s ability to function. However, you may wonder what would happen if you consistently ignored septic services. Here are a few of the things that will happen if you put off septic services. ● Drain Field: You will notice a few changes to your drain field. At first, you will notice the grass being particularly green and lush, but as more time passes it can start smelling worse and...

It’s surprising how many people make mistakes when it comes to their septic services. Either they are uninformed, or they just take chances. Below are three common mistakes people make that require the help of septic services. Not Doing Regular Maintenance The biggest mistake that people make is not doing regular maintenance. It’s important to have your tank pumped on a regular basis. How regularly you need it pumped will depend on how many people live in your house and how big your tank is, but in general it’s good to have it done every 3-5 years. Flushing Unflushable...