How Often Should Your Septic Tank Be Pumped?
When solid waste accumulates in a septic tank, foul-smelling gasses can escape into the home and yard. Getting the tank pumped regularly removes these odor-causing materials and prevents them from entering the environment, providing a cleaner and more pleasant living space for property owners.
Septic tank pumping works by using anaerobic digestion to break down household waste and separate it from the surrounding soil. The liquid waste travels through porous pipes to a drain field, where the bacteria continue to neutralize pathogens before they reach groundwater supplies. The sludge and solid wastes accumulate in the septic tank, which must be emptied regularly to avoid damage to the leach field and the environment.
Crown Pumping, LLC: Serving Your Septic Needs with Professional Care
How frequently your septic tank needs to be pumped depends on several factors, including the size of your household and the capacity of your septic tank. It’s a good idea to set up a pumping schedule and stick with it as much as possible. During the time in between pumping, it’s important to be careful about what goes down your drains – avoiding things like flushing diapers or “flushable” wipes, pouring grease down drains, and overusing garbage disposals can reduce the amount of solid waste in your tank.
It’s also a good idea to keep an eye on the surrounding drainage of your property. If you see standing water or notice that the ground is exceptionally wet, it may be a sign that your septic tank is nearing full or overflowing.
Crown Pumping, LLC
3722 S 119th Street
Omaha, NE 68144
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