Talking about septic tanks in the Orlando isn’t always a pleasant conversation, but having the waste water back up into your home is even worse. The Farmers’ Almanac offers these maintenance tips.
Like our own digestive systems, there are certain things that you should avoid putting into any septic system and certain things that are beneficial. There are proactive measures that you can take to keep things functioning well in the tank beneath your lawn. If you wait until there is a problem, you’ve waited too long, and should immediately call a septic cleaning company to pump your tank.
Indications that you may have a septic system problem are slow water drainage, and water backing up in the toilet, dishwasher, tub, or sinks.
Consider these septic system care and maintenance tips:
A family of 4 living in a home with a 1,000 gallon tank should have their septic system cleaned every 4 years. Ask your local septic cleaning company how often you should give them a call.
Do not use products containing bleach to clean your toilets, as it destroys the bacteria needed to break down waste solids in your septic system.
If you’re installing a new septic system or need to have yours pumped, it’s a good idea to know exactly where it’s located in your yard to avoid excessive digging up of your lawn during future pumping. Measure the exact distance of the septic tank lid from the house with a tape measure and take a picture with your cell phone, showing the exact measurement. Keep the photograph in a home maintenance file on your computer for future reference.
Orlando Septic Services Can Help!
Waste management systems are a necessity that occasionally requires maintenance and repairs. We believe preventative maintenance is always the best approach for the longevity of your septic tank. But occasionally emergencies happen and you need a company you can trust and rely on, you like thousands of other home and business owners in Central Florida can feel confident you’ve come to the right place! Contact Orlando Septic Services today.
