Usually, residential septic tanks need to be pumped every three to five years. However, you may have a few habits in your household that could increase the pumping frequency. If you’re concerned about your tank or curious if your home requires more frequent septic tank pumping, here are a few factors to keep in mind.

What Factors Cause You to Need Septic Tank Pumping Service More Often?

1. Using a Garbage Disposal

Putting items down your garbage disposal adds to the solid waste in your septic tank. Ideally, you should only use this device for tiny scraps that happen to come off when washing dishes. All large food items should be thrown out or composted. However, if you do use your disposal regularly, your system may need to be pumped more frequently.

2. Having an Active Household

Septic tanks normally correspond with the size of the house. If you have a home with two bedrooms but have a family of six, you’ll probably need to get the tank pumped more often. In addition, if you have frequent houseguests or run an Airbnb out of your home, the increased usage may also require more frequent pumping service.

3. Using a Water Softener

Water softeners can impact the bacteria that septic tanks use to break down waste. If the bacteria become less effective over time, your tank is going to fill up quicker, meaning it needs to be pumped more often. Make sure to have your system inspected regularly to check that the bacteria aren’t being affected to a harmful degree.

If you need to schedule septic tank pumping, call the experts at Ken-Way Services of Rice Lake. The family-owned and -operated company has been serving Rice Lake, WI, and the surrounding communities for more than 59 years, offering a variety of drain, sewer, and septic services. From septic maintenance to industrial waste hauling, you can trust the experienced team to provide reliable and prompt service every time. You can find additional information online or call (715) 234-7767 to request service.