Keeping your septic system working optimally requires homeowners to follow a routine septic maintenance and septic pumping schedule. Many systems breakdown early because homeowners fail to properly maintain it over time. Removing septic waste is critical to the life of your wastewater system. This list discusses several reasons to stay on top of your septic tank cleanings.

3 Factors to Consider for Septic Pumping

1. Large Family

Your septic system is designed to handle waste loads based on the average occupancy of your household when the system was built. If you have frequent guests or have expanded the number of people in your home, there may be an increase in the amount of sewage and wastewater being produced. Over time, this increase can overload the system and flood your drain field with waste if it’s not pumped out.

2. Using a Water Softener

If your home has hard water and you use water softening chemicals or a water conditioner that empties into the septic tank, you may require frequent septic pumping. The amount of sodium chloride in water softeners can lower the healthy bacterial balance in the septic tank and increase the water volume. If the waste is not pumped regularly, it could flood the drain field.

3. Garbage Disposal

A garbage disposal is a handy home appliance to own when you need to grind food scraps, but it can become troublesome if you use it too frequently or are dropping harmful items down your drain. If more waste is being dropped in the sink, it will require a more frequent septic pumping schedule. When possible, avoid putting waste into the garbage disposal and instead throw it in the trash or a compost can.

When you need septic pumping, turn to the professionals at P & H Construction and Septic Service in Uncasville, CT. Their experienced team has provided superior septic repair, installation, and maintenance throughout New London County for over 40 years. To schedule an appointment, call (860) 848-8507 or visit them online for more information about the company.