All dwellings have a septic system of some sort, and most operate in the same way, carrying off waste from the toilets, sinks, and drains in your house. When properly maintained, it can last for two decades or more, which saves you time and money. The following information will help ensure you’re properly caring for your system. 

How Your Septic System Works

Purpose

Septic plumbing is designed to carry off water and waste in a way that avoids pipe backups, safely disposes of organic matter, and replenishes the water table in your area. It uses several components, including a drainpipe, septic tank, and drain field. The natural water table also plays a key role, accepting water back after it has been filtered through the system.

Function

Water flushed down a toilet or running through a drain makes its way through the pipes into the main drainpipe. This drainpipe, usually made of copper, PVC, or ABS in modern homes, transports water and sludge into the septic tank. Septic tanks separate waste and oils from water. Their shape helps with this process; most tanks, usually made from fiberglass or concrete, are built like a T with an opening halfway between the top and bottom. Water lingers inside the tank long enough for the sludge to sink down while the oils float to the surface, where they’ll remain. Meanwhile, the regular water flows out the opening and into the drain field, where it trickles through a bed of pretreated soil that naturally filters out toxic bacteria and other harmful substances. The water then seeps into the earth, replenishing your local water table, rivers, streams, ponds, and lakes.

Maintaining your septic system is critical to your health and wellness. If you’re seeking a team to perform professional septic services, contact S & S Pumping in Merriam Woods, MO. They’ve been assisting customers in the Greater Banson Tri-Lakes area for over 16 years, building a reputation for quality and efficiency in all their jobs. Learn more about their services by visiting them online or calling (417) 546-2390.