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If you live in a home with a septic tank, then you should know there are preventative maintenance measures you'll need to take in order to maintain the system. For example, scheduling an annual septic tank inspection can alert you to potential issues, such as cracks and other damage. In addition to regular inspections and preventative repairs, however, you may also want to have your tank pumped every so often.
Benefits of Septic Tank Pumping
Over time, sludge accumulates within your septic tank. If you don't have your tank pumped as needed, there will eventually be too much sludge for the tank to withstand and system failure can occur as a result. When a septic tank system fails, the damage can be major and cost you time and money. You may even end up with raw sewage in your yard or even your home.
When you have your septic tank pumped regularly, not only do you remove excess sludge, but you also ensure that solids decompose in the tank more quickly, thus prolonging the life of your septic system in the process.
How Often to Pump a Septic Tank
The frequency with which you should pump your septic tank can vary greatly depending on the amount of waste your household generates and the size of the tank itself. Generally, it's recommended that you have your septic tank pumped by a professional at least once every three years. However, if you have a large household and a smaller tank, it may be necessary to do this more frequently. A professional plumbing company will be able to give you a recommendation based on your situation, including your tank size and waste generation.
Other Considerations
If you're planning on having your septic tank pumped in the near future, there are some other considerations you'll need to keep in mind. For starters, a tank can only be pumped by a licensed, liquid waste handler. Furthermore, since septic tanks are generally covered by several inches of soil, you may need to re-plant grass seed or re-do any landscaping above the tank once it's pumped and emptied. Keep these in mind as you prepare for maintenance.
Regular septic tank pumping is an important maintenance step for any homeowner with a septic system to follow. Have a professional service, like American Pumping Service, perform your septic tank pumping so you can rest assured that your septic tank is well maintained.
Share19 December 2014
My name is Debbie Greenberg. I’m a single woman who owns her home, and like most homeowners I dread home repairs. I’m not very handy with do-it-yourself projects around the house. I can do a few minor repairs when necessary, but for the most part I have to call in a professional. Last year I had a leak in my roof. When it rained, water would leak into my kitchen. What appeared to be a simple fix turned out to be anything but simple. It took over four months to finally identify the problem, and double the money I was initially quoted to fix it. The problem ended up being that the flat part of my roof didn't have shingles, but a sheeting material. I learned a bit about home roofs along the way, and that is what I want to share with you.
