Dealing with a sewage line issue is not something that any homeowner wants to face, but unfortunately, sewage lines can become damaged, and when this happens, the only answer is to have the problem investigated and fixed immediately. Unless you’re a professional with a drain camera, it’s hard to determine for certain if your main … Continue reading “Signs of a Damaged Sewage Line”
Plumbing and sewer issues are some of the most dreaded and difficult to fix issues that homeowners face.
Household drains run slow for a number of reasons, and there are different courses of action to take depending on the type of drain and its history.
Drains become clogged for a number of reasons, and the most likely culprits are hair and grease buildups, food particles, and other materials that do not dissolve quickly or easily.
While septic system malfunctions, blockages, and foul odors can occur in a septic system of any age, these are also a few of the telltale signs that indicate your septic system may be on its way out.
If you’re building a new home and planning on installing a septic system to treat your household waste, then it is important early in the building process to consider where to place your system in relation to your home.
If your wastewater is treated by a septic system on your property, then you have probably heard about septic tank additives. These additives, which can be either chemical or biological, are available at chemical stores, septic tank services/suppliers, and in discount stores across the country. These products are sold as a means to increase the … Continue reading “Should I Use Septic Tank Additives?”
You may be concerned about water contamination if you have both a septic system and a well on your property. While it is possible for a septic system to contaminate your well water or other bodies of water that are in close proximity to it, there are some simple precautions that homeowners can take to … Continue reading “Can My Septic System Contaminate My Well Water?”
To properly maintain your septic system and ensure its optimal functionality, you should schedule a cleaning about every 3 years. The cleaning process involves multiple steps that allow technicians to clear the entire system and assess it for any damage or malfunction.
It may surprise you to know that a well-maintained septic system only needs to be pumped every 3-5 years. Several factors affect the length of time that can pass between pumpings. Details like household size, septic tank size, the total amount of wastewater produced, and the amount of solids in the wastewater all help to … Continue reading “How Often Should a Septic Tank be Cleaned?”