With the winter freeze over and your ground thawed, you finally get the chance to service your septic tank, which has been working overtime underground to ensure the waste produced by your household is properly managed. As you inspect your tank in the spring, look out for signs that it needs a professional helping hand, such as puddles over your drain field. Here are some ways to care for your system at the beginning of the season.

3 Septic Maintenance Tips for Springtime

1. Clean Your Filters

Filters in the septic system are designed to separate sludge from water so liquids can trickle out into the earth. When they grow clogged, however, the filters can become choke points, flooding the garden above your drain field. Avoid septic failure by hiring a professional service to clean out your filters whenever you have your system pumped, or at least every 3 to 5 years.

2. Watch for Pooling Water

If you spot flooding or puddles in your lawn after the snow melts, especially over your drain field, it may be a sign that your septic tank is full or your drain pipes are clogged. Call a professional service to inspect your unit and determine whether you need to pump it or remove a blockage in the pipes to stop the flooding.

3. Get Septic Tank Pumping

Frozen ground can make it difficult to access your septic tank in winter, which is why professionals recommend leaving septic pumping to the spring. They’ll remove accumulated sludge from your tank, increasing its holding capacity to make flooding less likely. If you frequently run water-based appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines, you may need to pump your tank more often than the recommended 3 to 5 years to ensure it doesn’t overflow.

If you need a professional service to pump your septic tank or repair an issue, call Holmen Pumping Service in West Salem and Bangor, WI. Servicing West-Central Wisconsin, this family-owned and -operated business has a team of technicians that can help with septic pumping, grease trap cleaning, or other plumbing services to prolong the life of your waste management systems. Learn more about caring for your unit on their website, or call (608) 526-3865 to schedule an inspection.