If you’re getting ready to have a septic tank installed on your property, you’ve probably thought of a dozen questions you’d like to ask your contractor. To make sure you know what to expect from your septic tank installation, A Plus Sewer Service in New Hampton, NY, has decided to answer some of the most common questions they’ve received when equipping people’s homes with a septic system.

3 Common Septic Tank Installation Questions

1. When Should I Clean My Septic Tank?

Once the tank is in the ground, you can probably go a year without having to worry about scheduling a septic tank cleaning. Every six to twelve months after that, it’s a good idea to schedule an inspection to make sure it’s not full and to check for damage that could lead to a leak.

2. What Can A Septic Tank Treat? 

You need to be careful about what you flush down the toilet when you have a septic tank. The system can handle all kinds of organic matter, but synthetic materials like hygiene products will cause your tank to malfunction. Refrain from pouring oils and greases down your drains, as well as toxic chemicals and paints.

3. How Does A Septic Tank Work? 

Once the technicians finish with the septic tank installation, the system will be connected to your plumbing. Whenever you flush your toilets or turn on the faucets, the wastewater will flow out of the house and into the tank, which will then treat the water. After it’s treated, it will be returned to the ground and thus to the aquifer.

Knowing what to expect during and after your septic tank installation will ensure your system works properly in the future. To set up an installation appointment, call A Plus Sewer Service at (845) 294-6103 or visit them online.