If your property isn’t connected to a municipal sewer, then you probably rely on a septic system to dispose of wastewater. Although these systems are built to last, they work most effectively when you take appropriate maintenance steps. This guide shares three steps you should take this fall to ensure your septic system is working properly.

A Guide to Safeguarding Your Septic System This Fall

1. Have Your Tank Pumped

As a rule of thumb, your tank needs to be pumped roughly every three years. During winter, snow cover can make locating a tank difficult, and if any digging is required, the project may have to be postponed because of frozen ground. Make septic system maintenance a priority, and have  pumping scheduled this fall while access to your tank is easy.

2. Fix Leaks in Your Home

A dripping faucet or leaking toilet wastes more water than you might expect. Even a faucet that drips once per second can waste over 2,000 gallons of water in a year. Your septic system can handle only so much water at once. Overworking it may lead to clogs and backups. Be proactive and have leaks repaired, whether minor or major, to limit the amount of water going down the drains.

3. Insulate It

During fall, you’re probably thinking about steps you need to get your home ready for the winter weather. To prevent your pipes from freezing during the colder months, let the grass over your tank, drain field, and pipes grow a little longer. You can also achieve an insulating effect by mulching the ground over your septic tank. Make sure, however, you mulch before the ground freezes, or you could slow thaw times.

Stay on top of septic system maintenance with help from A-1 Pumping Service and Drain Cleaning. They serve homeowners and businesses in Dalton, GA, and throughout Whitfield County with complete septic system services, including installation, maintenance, pumping, and repairs. To learn more about their offerings, visit their website, or call (706) 272-3352 to schedule fall upkeep.