Busy Bee Septic and Excavating LLC – Why You Should Get Your Septic Tank Pumped Regularly
Septic tanks play a critical role in waste disposal and the health of your home. Without regular septic tank pumping, solid waste can build up in the tank and overflow into your drain field, causing costly clogs and system failure. The good news is that you can avoid this problem with preventative maintenance. This article discusses septic service costs and why you should get your septic tank pumped regularly.
Septic tank pumping is a process that sucks out the solid waste in your septic tank and pumps it into the truck’s holding tank for disposal. During this time, the technician may also clean your septic tank with water. The resulting liquid, called effluent, is discharged into the drain field, where it is filtered by healthy soil and decomposed by microbes.
Busy Bee Septic’s Guide to Maintaining a Healthy Septic System
The frequency of septic tank pumping depends on how often you use your septic system. Generally, you should have your septic tank pumped every three to five years. However, more frequent pumping is recommended if you have a large family or use a lot of water.
You may see products on the market that are advertised to lengthen the period between septic tank pumping. Be careful, however. These products may contain additives that throw the primordial ecosystem in your septic tank out of balance, throwing off the natural microbes that break down the sludge. They may also contaminate groundwater with bacteria, viruses, degradable organic compounds, synthetic detergents, and chlorides.
Busy Bee Septic and Excavating LLC
114 Houston St, Maybrook, NY 12543, United States
(845)294-5771

