The most basic kind of septic system is the gravity system. While this system takes a certain amount of careful planning and construction to get right, the end result is a system with no pumps that will use gravity and pressure differences to keep everything moving.
It’s important to remember that owning a home doesn’t have to mean doing every maintenance task around the house yourself. Since improper care of your septic system can have far-reaching effects, it’s a good idea to bring in the professionals for this one.
Did you know that the first bathroom was built in Britain after the long and grubby interlude of the Middle Ages? This 17th-century bathing room was recently found in a castle that belonged to Sir William Cavendish, an English aristocrat.
Sewers can be crowded, busy places. Here are a couple of flush facts that may interest you: In a lifetime, the average person spends 1,100 days on the toilet and uses around 62,500 sheets of toilet paper.
Did you know that once your septic drain field has been completely clogged, having the tank pumped will not solve the issue and you will probably need to construct a new drain field? To avoid this, it’s important to keep your tank well maintained with periodic cleanings.
Looking to embrace green living a little more? One of the great advantages of having a septic system is that it’s a natural way to treat wastewater. Instead of using chemicals, it uses bacteria to clean the wastewater and return it to groundwater sources.
Researchers and environmental experts suggest septic tank users seek out and use environmentally friendly cleaners. Baking soda, borax, oxidized bleaches and vinegar can be effective cleaning agents. Plus, they’re less damaging to and help extend the life of your septic tank and drainfield system.
When it comes to the installation of concrete septic tanks, it’s important that all fittings and connections be flexible. This will ensure absolute watertightness in the event that the tank moves due to settling.
We know what happens when the drainage lines in your home or business stop working properly. That's why we have the expertise and all the equipment necessary to handle any type of drainage service.
Wondering how to recognize when your septic system needs pumping? When you observe your toilet water backing up, it’s a good indication that your septic tank needs servicing.
If you have unusual incidents that have started to occur when using plumbing fixtures, than this may be a sign of a clogged sewer line. An example of this would be a bathtub that backed up whenever you happened to flush your toilet.
If you are purchasing a property that may have a septic tank on it, let us locate it for you. One of the problems with steel tanks is that they rust out and can collapse when walked over. We have the skills and experience needed to safely locate the septic tank.
Regular inspections are the key to a properly functioning septic system. Each year, it’s important to arrange to have the pipes, fittings, and drainfield examined and the level of sludge in your tank measured.
Do not flush cat litter down the toilet, or pour it down the drains. Cat litter is an absorbent material, and will quickly expand and clog your sewer lines, causing them to back up and creating a very expensive headache.
If you’ve had to file an insurance claim because of a problem with your septic system, you may not know who to turn to for help with tank removal and installation. Rest assured that we’re always willing to work with your insurance company as necessary.
If you have a question about your septic system, or suspect a problem, you can call your local health department environmental health specialist. They are trained and knowledgeable about septic systems. They are here to serve you and can offer free, independent, and professional advice.
Should your septic field flood, do not use the building’s septic system until the water level in the drainage field is below the water level around the house or building. Once it has retreated, the absorption field needs to be inspected for damage and needed repairs.
One way to keep your soil absorption pit from failing is to have our professionals maintain it regularly, as regular maintenance is much less costly than repair.
One of the most common reasons septic tank failures occur is that the tank is too small for what is being required of it. In fact, choosing the right sized septic tank is half the battle to avoiding problems down the road.
Installing or repairing septic systems is not a job for the do it yourself homeowner. The job requires a considerable amount of know-how and equipment to do the job right- and most homeowners are simply not able to do the job properly on their own.
It’s important to remember that grease has a sneaky way of getting into your pipes even when you’ve tried to be diligent about its disposal. Having us regularly maintain your sewer lines can help you avoid unpleasant clogs.
A properly functioning septic tank acts as holding reservoir and processing chamber to separate solids and scum from wastewater. To avoid overloading it, remember that for each gallon of wastewater that flows into the system, one gallon flows out into the drain field.
In order to keep your newly installed septic tank operating at its best, it’s important that you don’t overload the tank. This can be accomplished with small adjustments to your water-use habits, such as waiting until the dishwasher is full to run it and reducing water levels for small loads of laundry.
Given the toothpaste, makeup, hair, kitchen grease, and other things that go down your drains on a regular basis, periodic maintenance is always a good idea. This will help to minimize clogs, and the technician may be able to detect other issues like root problems as well during the cleaning process.
