Clogged Septic System - What to Do

The term, “clogged septic system”, is somewhat unclear and could refer to various problems, each with a different solution, so it’s important to understand the exact issue.

Problems

A clog in a drain pipe mistaken for an issue with the system Any sort of blockage in the pipe from the house to the tank An overflowing tank that’s “clogged” because it’s making drains sluggish Damage to the tightline, distribution box, or distribution pipe Large amounts of grease and solid particles clogging the distribution pipes and/or soil An overgrown biomat Clay soil bonding and turning into a blockage, known as [...]

April 15th, 2012 | Category: Clog | Comments are closed

Best Septic Tank Treatment - Suggestions

Choosing the best septic tank treatment is a big consideration for homeowners. There hundreds of choices, making it nearly impossible to say which one is the best to use for your system. Even though it might be quite difficult to say that the best one exists, the following information will help you decide.

The septic tank contains a layer of solid waste material called the sludge layer that sinks to the bottom and is stored until it can be pumped. Pumping is so important because the sludge layer will rise over time, and if it rises too high, small bits [...]

April 14th, 2012 | Category: Treatment | Comments are closed

Septic Service Cost - Better to Maintain than Service

If you have looked into the price of replacing you waste disposal system, you have probably concluded that the septic service cost will save you a lot of money over the life of the system. Although a system can be expected to last for 20 to 40 years, it will require regular maintenance to keep it operating efficiently. As long as it’s maintained, there isn’t much the homeowner needs to be concerned about in the way of the septic service cost, other than regular pumping and the possible addition of bacterial additives.

The future of the home’s service cost will [...]

April 14th, 2012 | Category: Costs | Comments are closed