If you’re a homeowner in the Orlando, Casselberry, Longwood, Oviedo, Altamonte Springs, Winter Springs, Winter Park to Kissimmee and Daytona, your septic system and tank may be an ominous mystery that magically makes household waste disappear. It’s time to solve the mysteries concerning your septic with a few myth busters to ensure your making the best decisions for your home.
Myth or Fact: Using additives will prevent the need for pumping reduce backups.
Though some of the waste that enters the septic tank naturally breaks down, paper and other solid waste accumulates over time and will need to be removed before it enters the drain field and causes havoc. Putting an additive down the drain will not prevent or even remedy a backup. By the time you have these issues you need to contact the professionals at Orlando Septic Service.
Additives don’t break down solid waste, your septic tank will need to be pumped out every 2 to 5 years.
Myth or Fact: I should have my septic tank pumped when it starts having problems.
If you wait until your septic tank has problems it may be too late. Septic problems are usually due to solids passing through the tank into the drain field, by the time this happens pumping won’t help much.
Myth or Fact: Regular Maintenance is less expensive than replacing a failed system.
Fact! It is much more cost-effective to be proactive and prevent any issues than to replace your septic tank or drain field.
The idea, ‘out of sight out of mind’ shouldn’t apply to your septic system. The better yo take care of it, the better it will take care of your needs.
The Facts on Save Money
The small price of 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!
