SEPTIC SERVICE
How does a septic tank work ?
A septic tank creates a large quiet compartment to allow solid material to settle out the waste water and collect in the tank. Once the solid materials settle out then the discharge either goes into the soil where microorganisms remove the pollutants before the waste water enters the ground or the discharge goes into an areaction treatment compartment where again micro organisms break down and remove the pollutants.
Why do you need to pump a septic tank ?
Over the years of operation, accumulated solids begin taking up too much room in the tank reducing the volume available for settling. When this happens solids start escaping the tank and can clog your soil absorption field, pollute streams and or ditches. Before this happens the solids should be removed form the septic tank by a qualified septic cleaning service.
How often should a septic tank be cleaned?
There are four key things to remember when determining when your septic tank needs to be cleaned.
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Do not wait for the septic system to back up ! Once the sewage backs up the damage is already done.
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Do not use biological or chemical additives in place of septic tank cleaning. Even though some companies claim if you use their products you'll never need to pump your system. This misconception will eventually lead to a very costly mistake to a home owner.
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Pumping of a septic tank is based on the tank and the number of people using it. More frequent pumping is necessary if a garbage disposals are used, if a family member is on strong health medication ( it kills the bacteria ). Generally every two to three years is sufficient.
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Call Jim's Portable Toilets and Septic Service Ltd. with questions or concerns that you might have
