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If you are like most people who live in a rural area, you might rely on a septic tank to make modern plumbing possible. Designed to collect and safely disperse wastewater, septic tanks can become full of solids over time, which is why septic tank pumping is essential. Here is a little more information about why your tank needs to be pumped and when you should schedule a cleaning. 

Understanding Septic Tank Cleaning

Why Is Septic Tank Cleaning Important?

Septic tanks are designed to collect grease, solid waste, wastewater, and liquid sewage that flows from your home. While the wastewater and liquid sewage are dispersed into the drain field and carefully filtered, the solid wastes collect in your septic tank, where they can eventually block off the inlets for other liquids. 

plumbingSeptic tank pumping is important because it allows new sewage and wastewater to flow into your tank. Without proper pumping, your plumbing system could start to experience issues like overflowing toilets, sinks that don’t drain well, and bad odors filling your home. Septic tank pumping allows you to maintain a clean and sanitary living environment, while also keeping your septic tank itself safe from damage. 

How Often Should You Have Your Tank Cleaned?

As a general rule of thumb, most residential septic tanks need to be inspected at least once every three years and pumped every three to five years. If you have an alternative type of septic tank that has mechanical components or that relies on a float switch, it should be inspected annually. Homes with large numbers of residents or garbage disposals may need to be pumped more frequently, so talk with a septic tank professional today about what kind of plumbing maintenance you should be doing. 

 

If you need help with your septic tank, turn to the professionals at Green Acres Septic Tank Service. For more than 30 years, this team of experienced septic tank experts has been helping home and business owners throughout the greater Callaway County area with everything from septic tank installation to routine cleaning and plumbing repairs. To have them help you with your home, give them a call at (573) 529-6706 or reach out to them online

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