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Your septic system plays a key role in your home’s day-to-day function. From showering to washing clothes to flushing the toilet, maintaining an efficient septic system should be a top priority. If you want to keep your drains and septic tank operating smoothly, consider the following do’s and don’ts of septic systems upkeep.

Do:

Schedule Regular Septic Tank Inspections

Plan to have your septic system inspected by a licensed professional at least once every three years to ensure it is operating safely and effectively. Septic pumping should be done when needed, but at minimum every three to five years.

septic systemsLimit Your Garbage Disposal Usage

Garbage disposals may be great when you don’t feel like disposing of kitchen waste like grease and leftover food bits, but they can be a menace to your septic system. Disposed coffee grounds, chemicals, and grease by-products can all lead to clogs in your drains and damage to your system.

Become More Efficient With Water Use

Monitor for pipe leaks and plumbing issues to ensure that no water is being wasted, and consider installing attachments like faucet aerators and high-efficiency showerheads to make better use of your water supply. You can also invest in eco-friendly washing machines to cut down on water usage and waste.

Don’t:

Treat Your Drains Like a Trash Can

Avoid disposing of trash by flushing it down the toilet or washing it down your sink drains. Non-degradable products like diapers, cigarette butts, and paper towels can wreak havoc on septic systems, and flushing them can lead to clogs, sewage backup, and environmental contamination.

Run Water-Using Appliances at the Same Time

If you run your dishwasher, washing machine, shower, and toilet at the same time, it can strain your septic system by overloading it with more water than it can absorb. Instead, spread out your laundry days and alternate using one appliance at a time to avoid this problem.

Drive or Park On Your Drain Field

Because drain fields are located above septic systems, don’t drive or park your car on your drain field, as this added weight can damage drain lines. For the same reason, you shouldn’t plant trees or plants in the drain field area, since roots can grow into the system and clog it.

 

If you need septic pumping or repair services, or if it’s just time for your septic system inspection, make an appointment with Around The Clock Pumping in Anchorage, AK. With over seventeen years of experience in the septic and holding tank business, they have the knowledge and expertise to handle residential and commercial drain and pumping services. Call (907) 345-9126 or visit their website to schedule your consultation today.

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