Though it can be easy to forget about your septic tank, getting it pumped on a regular basis is absolutely crucial. If you don’t, problems like system overflow and sludge seeping up to the surface of your land can occur and cost you hundreds or even thousands of dollars in property damage and septic tank repair. 

To avoid this, Bob's Sweetwater Pumping Service in Kona, HI, have come up with the following septic tank pumping guidelines:

• Single Family Households Without Garbage Disposals: While the timeframe may differ slightly depending on the size of your tank or your family, most systems are built to hold enough waste so that they won't need to be cleaned for up to three years. Once you have had your tank cleaned, remember to ask for a receipt with the date on it so that you can keep it as a reminder of when to get your next service check.
• Homes With Garbage Disposals: Since all the waste that goes down your garbage disposal also travels to your septic tank, if your home has a garbage disposal, you will need to have the system cleaned at least once a year. Even if it seems like your septic tank is working normally, you still will need a pumping contractor come once a year so that you don’t have to worry about possible repairs.
• Non-Residential Systems: Though non-residential tanks may not fill up as fast as residential tanks, it is still recommended that you have your system pumped every three to five years. If you can, gather up any past documentation concerning your septic tank so you have an idea when you will need to contact a professional to clean it for you.

For all of your waste water removal needs, call Bob's Sweetwater Pumping Service today at (808) 885-7159 or visit them online for more information.