What happens if my septic tank isn’t pumped out? What happens if you don’t take care of your car? For example, if you didn’t change the oil in the car, it probably wouldn’t break down immediately, but over time it would wear on the engine and have negative effects on the car. Eventually, it would break down and leave you stranded on the highway and cost a lot more than an oil change to get it fixed.
It’s the same with your septic tank. Depending on how many people living in the house and the size of the septic tank, it should be pumped every 2 to 5 years.
If you forget and wait another 6 months to have it pumped it probably won’t break down but it will cause unnecessary wear and shorten the system’s lifespan.
If it does break down, fail or back up, it will end up costing a lot more than just a simple pumping.
What happens if you don’t get the tank pumped?
The septic system is designed to take waste and paper from the house to the septic tank. Overtime, the solid matter breaks down into sludge and the liquid continues to the drain field. The sludge is meant to stay inside the tank, not building up until it starts going into the drain field or backing up into the house. By the time this happens, you’re left stranded on the side of the highway, it can be expensive to fix.
Pumping out your septic tank is an affordable procedure which is essential for extending the life of your system and keep the pipes, tank and drain in good working order. Experts suggest you have your septic tank pumped out every 1 to 3 years. If you have more stress than the average home, it is essential you have the septic tank pumped out more often to increase the life of the system.
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.
Ensure your septic system has a long lasting healthy life with regular tank pumping and routine maintenance. 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 to help you with all your waste management needs!
