If your home or business has a septic system, you rely on it to operate efficiently every day of the year. Fall is the perfect time to perform certain septic maintenance tasks that can help your system function properly all year long. Read on to learn about some septic system maintenance jobs you should perform this autumn.

Fall Septic Maintenance Checklist

1. Fix Any Leaks

As temperatures drop and winter approaches, autumn is the time to repair all leaks in your faucets, plumbing, and septic tank. Pay special attention to the tank lid, because if water and cold air can leak into your septic system, the system will be overworked during the winter, and it could freeze. Even a small leak in a faucet can cause your pipes to freeze if the dripping water gets cold enough to turn to ice.

2. Pump the Tank

Septic tank pumping is a crucial aspect of septic maintenance, and fall is a smart time to take care of this task. During the winter, the ground above your tank may be frozen or covered with snow, making it difficult to access. Avoid this problem by getting your septic tank pumping out of the way in the autumn so you won’t have to worry about your system during the colder months.

3. Insulate the System

As you’re doing yard work this fall, keep your septic system’s winter insulation needs in mind. Allow the grass above your tank, drain field, and connecting pipes to grow an extra six inches, and spread a 10-inch layer of mulch over the entire septic area. The grass and mulch will create an insulating barrier between your septic system and the cold winter air and snow, reducing the risk of your system freezing.

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