The New Year is just around the corner. Though your septic system may not be on the top of your list of resolutions, protecting your home and family from septic and drainage problems, while saving you tons of money, should be.
The US Department of Health, Public Health Division says, “A septic tank system will serve a home satisfactorily only if it is properly designed, installed and adequately maintained. Even a good system which does not have proper care and attention may become a nuisance and burdensome expense”
You may not see it, but your septic system is constantly at work. It disposes of all your family’s waste water, from the toilet and shower to the sink and washing machine, if not working properly it can have devastating consequences. A yearly septic system check-up is an affordable way to ensure everything is working properly and catch any problems early, before they cost a small fortune to repair.
Taking the time to locate your septic tank, drain field, understanding how it works, how often to have the tank pumped, and inspected, can change the way your system operates and extent its life.
It is easy to overload the septic system when using many water sources at the same time. Avoid complications by using water efficiently. Spreading the laundry over a few days, instead of doing it all at once, purchase water efficient appliances, faucets, and toilets, and small everyday efforts to use water wisely can make a big difference.
Be mindful of what is going down the drains and toilets. Avoid chemicals, grease, paint, food, flushable wipes, feminine products, even certain toilet paper and household cleaners can disrupt the septic cycle.
It is easy to keep this New Year’s Resolution, just pick up the phone and call Joe at Orlando Septic Services and schedule an appointment, you will be glad you did. For a limited time take advantage of our First Time Client Discount for 10% off our Septic Pumping Project.
