As a leader in the septic service industry in Central Florida, Orlando Septic Services we get asked a lot of questions. We’ve made a list of some of the most asked ones for residential homes.
How often should my septic tank be pumped?
How often should your have your tanked pumped depends on the number of people living in the home and the size of the septic tank. If you use a garbage disposal, it may need pumping more frequently.
Other factors that have an impact include, the overall water usage, condition of your drain field, age of the system, and the amount of naturally occurring bacteria in the tank. Experts recommend have the tank pumped every 2 to 3 years.
What are the indications that my septic system is clogged or damaged?
There are quite a few indications that your system is clogged or damaged, if you experience any of these signs, it’s time to give us a call.
Drains are running slow
Toilets are making a gurgling sounds when flushing
Raw sewage or dirty water backing up into showers, bathtubs, and toilets.
You have a soggy area above the drain field
Sewage odors near your septic tank or inside your home.
Do you offer emergency septic services?
Yes, we understand septic emergencies don’t happen always happen during business hours. Which is why Orlando Septic offer emergency services. You can call us day or night 24/7.
I’ve heard that I shouldn’t use my garbage disposal if I have a septic system, is this true?
True, depending on how often you use your garbage disposal, it can increase the volume of solids going into your take by 50 percent. Not using the garbage disposal reduces the amount of solids and grease going into the drain field. This is important because the disposal increases the sludge in the tank, which can cause backups and serious drain field issues.
