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Orlando Septic Tank Pumping: How Offend & When
A recent study finds that septic tank systems need more frequent maintenance than originally thought. “Approximately 25% of U.S. households depend on septic systems to treat their sewage on their own property, and in some regions—such as the Southeast—dependence on septic is even more common,” said Krista Capps, an associate professor in UGA’s Odum School of Ecology. “Guidance suggests you should get your tank pumped every three years and have it regularly inspected. Most homeowners, however, do not follow these guidelines.” The UGA Research article titled, "Flushed and forgotten: Study finds septic tanks may require more frequent maintenance", continues When systems malfunction, they can release untreated wastewater into the surrounding environment and compromise water quality for communities living downstream. In Georgia, many rivers and streams are impaired because of high concentrations of gut bacteria like E. coli. Untreated sewage from septic systems can cause or exacerbate this problem. Taking care [...]
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Understanding Your Central Florida Septic System Can Save You Money
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Save Money On Central Florida Septic Tank Pumping & Maintenance
Everyone wants to save a little money, which is why they are turning to Orlando Septic Services to have their septic tank pumped, their system inspected and maintained. If you can't remember when the last time you had your septic tank pumped, it's probably been too long. You may [...]
Orlando Septic Service; How You Can Save Money
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Orlando Septic Tank Pumping; An Affordable Way To Protect Your Investment
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Central Florida Septic Systems And Algae Growth
Beneath the ground in Florida lies at least 2.7 million septic systems, processing billions of gallons of waste a year. The controversy of how much of the nitrogen and other pollutants that are eliminated out of septic tanks and make their way to our waterways causing serious issues, such [...]