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A septic tank is something most people do not give thought to until something goes wrong. In fact, many people are unsure of how septic tanks operate. To fully understand your septic tank needs, it helps to first understand how your septic tank works.
When you shower, flush a toilet, wash your clothes, or use a sink, your wastewater is carried to your septic tank, which is usually buried somewhere on your property. Once the wastewater enters your septic tank, it automatically divides into solids, liquids, and oils. Solids fall to the bottom of the tank to be broken down by bacteria and turned into sludge. This sludge is moved to the drain fields via gravity, where it is distributed into the soil. The middle layer of the septic tank is comprised mostly of water while fats and oils float on the top of the tank, eventually creating scum. Septic pumping removes this waste from your septic tank, keeping it clean and running efficiently.
When you shower, flush a toilet, wash your clothes, or use a sink, your wastewater is carried to your septic tank, which is usually buried somewhere on your property. Once the wastewater enters your septic tank, it automatically divides into solids, liquids, and oils. Solids fall to the bottom of the tank to be broken down by bacteria and turned into sludge. This sludge is moved to the drain fields via gravity, where it is distributed into the soil. The middle layer of the septic tank is comprised mostly of water while fats and oils float on the top of the tank, eventually creating scum. Septic pumping removes this waste from your septic tank, keeping it clean and running efficiently.
Why Does My Septic Tank Need To Be Pumped?In order to keep functioning properly, septic tanks need to be maintained on a regular basis of about one to three years. Just like regularly changing your oil can prevent expensive auto repairs down the road, regular septic upkeep can prevent you from having to spend thousands on repairing or replacing your septic tank.
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Can I Pump My Septic Tank Myself?The experts at AAA Sanitation do not recommend that a homeowner pump his or her own septic tank. This is because it can be extremely dangerous for unlicensed professionals, and requires appropriate disposal methods as well. Waste pumped from the tank must be placed in proper containers and disposed of following strict safety measures.
It is much more cost effective to hire a professional with the appropriate tools, certification, and storage for your septic pumping needs. That way, you can be sure your septic system is running smoothly and all waste has been responsibly disposed of. The professionals at AAA Sanitation are certified through the state of North and South Carolina to pump septic tanks, and have decades of experience in proper pumping methods and disposal. |
How Can I Take Care of My Septic System Between Pumps?There are several things you can do to keep you septic tank in good shape between routine pumps which includes:
• Avoiding parking cars or developing structures over your septic tank. • Avoiding planting new trees and shrubs over or near your septic tank. • Avoiding flushing materials such as baby wipes, paper towels, feminine products and diapers. It’s also important to remember that certain materials such as medications and various types of detergents, water softeners, and hand soaps can upset the balance of healthy bacteria in your septic tank as well. Be sure to exercise caution when disposing of chemicals like these through your septic system. |
Need to schedule a septic pumping? Call 828-894-8603