If you have a septic system, it is doesn’t have to be complicated to care for it and maintain it. There are only a few things that you must do on a regular basis to make sure your septic system is healthy and functioning properly. Homeowners with septic systems must be aware of these maintenance items so that they don’t run into problems with their systems that can prove to be disastrous. D’Amorie Construction is here to share some tips to help you care for your septic system and avoid problems in the future.
Tips for Maintaining a Septic System
When homeowners care for their septic system, it can help them avoid headaches down the road. Here are some maintenance tips to keep yours functioning properly.
– Inspect & Pump Often: When you think about pumping your septic system, it isn’t something that you want to be doing all the time. However, the average tank needs to be inspected and pumped every three to five years. At the very least, you should be inspecting yours every three years. You will be surprised at how quickly this comes around. Even if it seems like you shouldn’t be doing that again so soon, this can save you from issues. Factors like the size of your family, total waste generated, volume of solids in the water, and the size of your tank will impact how often it needs to be emptied.
– Use Water Efficiently: Shockingly enough, most households use up to 200 gallons of water on a daily basis. Any water that is being used in your home will flow into your septic system. Saving water is both good for the environment and your septic system too. Some ideas for water conservation include, high efficiency toilets, efficient washing machines, use faucet aerators, and efficient shower heads.
– Dispose of Waste Properly: Before you start flushing anything down the toilet or your kitchen sink, think twice. There are certain things that shouldn’t and can’t be put down your drains as it will end up in the septic tank. You should avoid putting oils, fats, solids, wipes, feminine hygiene products, paper towels, household chemicals and more down your drains to maintain septic tank health.
– Maintain the Drainfield: The drainfield is an important part of your septic tank where contaminates are removed from the liquid that emerges from your septic tank. You need to make sure you are not parking on the drainfield, planting trees near it, and keeping drainage systems flowing away from drainfield.
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If you are struggling with an issue with your septic system, you can turn to D’Amorie Construction. We will inspect your septic tank and make any necessary repairs to it that you need. We want your septic system to run flawlessly to remove all the wastewater from your home in a safe way. If it is time to have your septic tank emptied, you can also count on us to get it done. Call us today!
