According to the EPA’s newest studies found, “ALMOST HALF OF all household septic tanks failed inspections and more than half of those failures were due to people not de-sludging their tanks.”
The EPA goes on to say:
Waste water from our homes includes water from toilets, sinks, bathrooms, dishwaters and washing machines. The objective of waste water treatment is to remove polluting material so that the treated water can be released safely back into the environment,” EPA
There are simple steps that homeowners can take, have the sludge emptied from your tank on a regular basis using a permitted contractor, retain the receipt, and if you have a package treatment system it needs a regular scheduled service.
The aim of the inspections is to make sure the systems are properly maintained and do not pose a threat to human health.
Ignoring septic system issues will eventually lead to really big problems
Ignoring your septic system or allowing it to go un-serviced for too long, can end up costing you thousands of dollars in repairs or even replacing the tank or drain field.
Some of the warning signs include, sinks and bathtubs slow to drain, gurgling sounds coming from the pipes or toilets, foul smell like rotten eggs or sulfur, standing water over the septic drain field, or raw sewage backing up into the home or business through drains.
The small price of having your septic system inspected and pumping the tank can avoid the thousands of dollars on repairs, many of which could have been prevented. If you’re experiencing issues with your septic system, waiting usually makes the problems worse. Regular maintenance and inspections can prevent failures and save you a ton of money in replacement and repairs.
If you’re having a problem with your septic system, whether residential or commercial, don’t hesitate to contact Orlando Septic Services. We are here help you with all your waste managements needs!
