Septic services are crucial for maintaining your home’s plumbing system and extending the lifespan of your septic tank. Regular service protects against costly repairs and sewage backups while also preventing the spread of harmful bacteria and pathogens throughout your property. In addition, proper septic tank maintenance is required by local environmental regulations.

Septic tank pumping involves using a truck with a specialized vacuum hose to remove solid waste and sludge from your septic tank. The technician will insert the hose into your septic tank through an access point, typically in your yard or driveway. Once the tank is empty, the technician will clean and flush the tank. They will then inspect the tank for signs of damage and clogging. They will check the inlet and outlet pipes, the baffles, and the septic tank cover. They will also check the drain field for signs of clogging or damage.

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While pumping your septic tank, your technician may use a muckrake to break up the sludge and scum in the bottom of your tank. This helps to speed up the process of pumping and cleaning the tank. They will monitor the septic system during the entire pumping process to ensure that there are no backflow issues and that all of the liquid waste is being removed from your tank.

Some people try to cut corners and prolong the time between septic tank pumping by adding products to their tanks that claim to hasten the microbial party already in progress below their lawns. However, these additives can throw off the delicate ecosystem that is developing naturally in your septic tank and can result in even more expensive problems down the road.