All septic systems in the Orlando area depend on a fragile balance of organic matter and living microorganisms in order to properly process waste matter. Unfortunately, this fragile balance can be easily disturbed by lack of maintenance and misuse.
Follow these practices to extend the life of your septic system and maximize performance
Periodically have the septic tank pumped out, but not too often. It is important to have your septic tank pumped regularly, but having it pumped out too frequently can deplete the very important bacteria, which in turn affects the system’s ability to safely treat waste and can also allow suspended solids to end up in the drain field.
Minimize use of the Garbage Disposal. Overloading the septic system with organic material can overload the bacteria, which also negatively affect the septic system.
Keeping household chemicals to a minimum. Many cleaners contain bleach and other chemicals that kill the bacteria in the septic tank.
Only flush organic material down the toilet. Flushing inorganic material such as, plastic wrappers, sanitary products, grease or anything else that should go into the trash instead of the toilet can easily clog the drain field because the bacteria cannot digest these materials.
Ensure washing machines have lint traps and also minimize the use of anti-bacterial soaps.
Nobody wants to think about their Orlando Septic Tank or when the last time they had it pumped out, but if we realize how much we depend on our septic system every day, we may take better care of it. You definitely don’t want to overlook your septic system unit it’s backing up or overflowing into your house, forcing you to pay attention! The septic system is a delicate cycle of pumping waste water from your home or business into the septic tank, where it is separated and decomposes.
