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Causes Of Septic System Failure In Central Florida
The most common cause of septic system failure here in Central Florida is lack of maintenance. Routine maintenance is the easiest way to save money on your septic system. A qualified professional can repair small issues before they lead to expensive problems. “Failure to perform routine maintenance can cause solids in the tank to migrate into the drain field and clog the system. Regular maintenance, such as pumping out the septic tank, should be done at least every three to five years. Also, being conservative with water and product use will reduce the load to the system and add to longevity,” EPA Other culprits of septic damage and even failure include: Poor Installation or Design Proper design and installation of your septic system is crucial for your wastewater treatment to work efficiently. This is often due to DIY installation, space limitations, and the wrong type of system for your terrain [...]
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Winter Park, Oviedo, Wekiva Springs, Septic Tank Pumping
10/17/2016 Most people in Central Florida would rather not think about their septic system or the last time they had their septic tank pumped out. Here at Orlando Septic Services we get people calling us frantic because wastewater is backing up into their bathtub, there is a foul odor [...]
Winter Garden, Sanford, Apopka, Pine Hills Septic Tank Pumping
10-09-2016 According to the Florida Clean Water Network, out of the over 2.6 million septic tanks in Florida, 40% of them are not functioning properly. Today there are 19,000 septic tanks in the Orange County service area (300,000 acres) that overlaps the Wekiva River basin (includes Rock Springs Run and [...]
Tell Tale Signs of a Failing Septic Tank & Drain Field
10/01/2016 Whether you live in Orange, Seminole, Lake or Volusia county, it is easy to forget about having your septic system inspected every year or having the septic tank pumped every 3 to 5 years. Not only is your septic system a big investment that is worth taking care [...]
Longwood, Lake Mary, Sanford, Oviedo, Septic Tank Pumping
09-23-2016 September is Septic Smart month, the EPA and Orlando Septic Services remind Orlando homeowners the importance of properly maintain their septic system. Failing septic systems can be costly to repair, but it can also harm the environment, contaminate the groundwater, release toxic waste, viruses and bacteria. If you've [...]
Orlando Clogged Drains, High Pressure Jetting, Grease Trap & Septic Tank Pumping
09/16/2016 Whether it is a clogged drain in the kitchen or slow drain in the bathtub or shower, it can be very frustrating. Especially if you have tried just about everything to fix it and spent tons of money on 'do it yourself' products'. Unfortunately, these products usually do [...]
Orlando, Casselberry, Lake Mary, & Altamonte Septic Tank Service
09/09/2016 The recent advertisement of septic system additives claims to minimize the need for pumping by rejuvenating the living bacterial populating in the septic tank. Some of these products suggest they reduce the amount grease, oils and fats in the system. Unfortunately, these products don't have any proven benefits, [...]
