04/17/2016
The moment you realize the septic system of your Orlando area home is having a problem. It could be an odor, slow drains, puddles in your yard, toilets gurgling, or even sewage backing up into your home, whatever it is, you know it’s not good!
Don’t worry, the team at Orlando Septic Services can ease all that stress and even save you some money along the way.
One of the most common reasons for septic system problems here in Central Florida is improper maintenance. Proper care is essential for your system to function properly. If solid material or sludge builds up inside the septic tank and not pumped out on a regular basis, it can cause big problems, from flowing into the drain field to backing up into your house. Either way the best way to avoid such issues is regular maintenance.
Here Are a Few Ways You Can Properly Care For Your Septic System
Monitor What is Going Down the Drain
Be careful of what you put down the toilet and drains. Many non-biodegradable items such as baby wipes, coffee grounds, and cat litter should not end up in the septic tank. Even grease can wreck havoc, congealing in the sewer lines, causing back ups or end up in the drain field. Garbage disposals are another item that can end up harming your septic system. Reducing the solids that end up in the septic tank can prevent failure and prolong the life of the system.
How Much Water is Going Down the Drain
The septic tank can only hold so much water. When a lot of water goes into the septic tank at one time, it may not give the solids enough time to settle, letting them flow into the drain field or clogging pipes. This also includes water from the driveway and rain water draining from the roof.
Chemicals Going Down The Drain
The septic tank is a filled with a natural balance of enzymes and bacteria, that treats and digests waste. When household chemicals and toxic cleaners, such as bleach, chlorine, grease, pesticides, herbicides, go down the drain the balance is disrupted and can cause serious headaches.
Orlando Septic Services
If you’re having a problem with your septic system, drain field, clogged pipes, grease traps and lift station repair, whether residential or commercial, don’t hesitate to contact Orlando Septic Services. We are here to help you with all your waste management needs!
