If you own a home with a septic tank, you know it’s great not having to pay municipal sewage fees, and you can feel good about returning waste to the environment naturally and safely. But septic systems do need special care. Below, Septic Pumping Service of Matthews, NC, shares some helpful tips for taking care of yours. 

Septic Systems Dos & Don'ts

Do Conserve Water

Septic tanks have limited capacity, and they require time to process a home’s waste. That’s why you should do your best to conserve water in your home. Stagger the use of appliances like dishwashers and clothes washers. Even taking care of the little things like dripping faucets can help your septic system work at its best.

Don’t Flush Non-Biodegradables

Feminine hygiene products, dental floss, and paper towels are not biodegradable and will sit in your septic tank indefinitely, clogging up the system. Additionally, harsh cleaning products, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals can actually kill the good bacteria that live in the system and enable it to work. Be careful not to flush any of these items into your septic tank, and instead dispose of them safely elsewhere.

Do Limit the Use of Your Garbage Disposal

Instead of putting food waste down your kitchen drain, toss it in the trash can to ease the burden on your septic system. Anything that requires the use of your disposal should probably go in the garbage. Be especially careful to avoid putting grease and fats down the drain, as they can create problems in your system.

Don’t Park or Plant Over Your Drain Field

Protect your septic tank and drain field by not parking over it or planting big shrubs and trees near it. Driving a car over that soil will compact it and prevent the necessary oxygen from reaching the system. Tree roots can interfere and create cracks in the tank and pipes.

Do Have Your System Pumped Regularly

Even if homeowners take every precaution with their septic systems, they should still get septic tank pumping every one to two years, depending on the size of the system and household. During this process, septic professionals will remove all of the sludge and scum that build up over time. They will then safely dispose of it elsewhere.

Septic Pumping Service has been serving the Indian Trail area for over 20 years, providing quality septic system cleaning, pump repair, and tank installation. If you’re looking for friendly and prompt service, this family-owned company is the one to choose. Contact them today at (704) 821-8001 or visit their website to learn more about them.