It is generally accepted to be common knowledge that you need to invest in septic tank maintenance at regular intervals in order to prevent some of the nastier side effects that start to crop up once waste has been left to sit untreated for a little bit too long. Things like wet spots in your yard, backed up and blocked drains, and foul smells from the improperly broken down sewage can all be powerful motivators for keeping up with your septic tank’s maintenance.
The rate at which you need to get your septic tank pumped depends on how large your tank is and how many people are contributing to the wastewater in said septic tank. For a single occupant with a 2000 gallon tank, this could be once every 25 years. However, for a household of ten with a septic tank half the size, that number drops all the way down to once a year.
For most households, though, you will likely be looking at needing to schedule septic tank maintenance every two to six years.
Aside from bringing a truck and a big tube to pump out your tank, septic tank maintenance also includes us cleaning accessible components and assessing the various components of your system to make sure they’re all working properly. We also provide a free filter cleaning in applicable situations.
If you are interested in scheduling a septic tank maintenance appointment, we encourage you to give us a call. We would be happy to look into your specific situation and provide an estimate.