Septic systems offer reliable wastewater management for your property. Septic tanks and other equipment require regular maintenance to ensure they reach their maximum lifespan and beyond. Below are a few tips for prolonging your system.

How to Prolong Your Septic System’s Lifespan

1. Understand Your System

Know as much about your septic system as you can. Locate it and make sure you understand how much the tank can hold and when you last had pumping services.

Keep records of the maintenance schedule and permits for when it was installed. If you don’t have the originals, your permit office can assist. The more details you know, the better you can keep track of care.

2. Inspect It Annually

Call your septic service technician to schedule annual inspections. These professionals will assess each area to ensure equipment is in top shape. They will test the necessary components and note any potential problems. Inspections offer preventive care so that minor issues do not become major.

3. Keep It Accessible

Make sure septic lids are visible by installing risers. Not only does it help pumping service personnel locate the tank, but it also reminds you where your system is so you don’t inadvertently damage it with equipment, vehicles, or landscaping.

4. Be Careful What You Flush

Only water, waste, and toilet paper should be flushed. Avoid placing anything else, including hair, feminine hygiene products, food, diapers, and small objects in the toilet as doing so can clog your system and damage components.

5. Schedule Pumping Services

Stick to a pumping schedule so that solid waste accumulation is removed. Pumping frequency depends on household size and usage, but most tanks need service every three to five years. Staying on top of septic pumping ensures that your tank doesn’t clog and fail, and there are no backups and floods filled with sewage in and around your home.

 

If you need help with septic system maintenance, Septic Pumping Service in Matthews, NC, is ready to assist you. Family-owned and operated since the early ‘90s, their honest, efficient technicians offer everything from septic pump repairs to sewer cleaning to keep your wastewater system in top shape. They also provide 24/7 emergency services and will offer their knowledge so you have the skills to keep up with care between appointments. If you are located in Indian Trail and surrounding areas, call (704) 226-6904, or visit them online for their full list of services.