Many households in the Orlando, Casselberry, Longwood, Altamonte Springs, Lake Mary and Oviedo areas have septic systems, with proper care and maintenance they can last between 20 and 30 years. Unfortunately many homeowners think, ‘Out of Sight, Out of Mind’, but neglecting your septic can result in early deterioration of the drain field and the septic tank, which leads to replacement and costly repairs.
You can avoid these costly repairs with preventative maintenance, regular inspections and septic tank pumping from licensed certified technicians. If caught in time many problems can be fixed easily and inexpensively.
Here is a continuation of last week discussion on ‘Out of Sight, Out of Mind’
4. Properly Sealed System
Ensure all ports and lids to the septic system are tightly sealed. If water penetrates the system through cracks, crevices or improper seals, it can prevent the filtering system from working properly, overload the tank and saturate the drain field, which can lead to a host of serious problems.
5. Be Prepared for an Emergency
Be prepared by having a site map and possible a drawing of your system handy, so you or your technician can quickly locate the transport lines, septic and and drain field.
6. Be Knowledgeable
Ensure your septic tank and drain field are never obstructed, such as planting trees or parking cars on top of them. Risers allow for easy access to the lid of the tank.
7. Be Informed
Know what you can put down your drain and what you can’t. Harmful chemicals such as bleach, pesticides, paints and drain cleaner can harm the delicate balance of the tank. Items such as diapers, grease and cat litter should also not be put down the drain or toilet.
8. Are you Helping your Septic Tank?
Before adding any rejuvenators or additives which are supposed to help your septic tank, check with a septic tank service. Many of these products can do more harm than good. Instead of breaking up scum and sludge like they claim, it can end up killing the important bacteria and reduces the effectiveness of the tank.
If you’re having a problem or questions about your septic system, whether residential or commercial, don’t hesitate to contact Orlando Septic Services. We are here help you with all your waste managements needs!
