Helpful Tips to Keep Your Septic System Running Fine
Don't Fall Victim To Septic Tank Backup!
Pumping the septic tank is periodic maintenance, which is necessary even though there does not appear to be any problems. Waiting for a symptom or a problem can damage the septic system, clog the fields, or cause a backup, which will inconvenience you and cost thousands of dollars. We, at Northwest Septic Inc, have over 25 years of experience in the septic system industry.
Septic System Do's
- Pump your septic tank every 2 to 3 years
- Use liquid soap instead of powdered soap
- Use plain white toilet paper
- Check for and repair any leaky faucets or toilets
- Divert down spouts away from your septic tank and leaching area
- Remove water softener systems from your septic system per the State of Connecticut
Septic System Don'ts
- Do not
use septic additives per the State of Connecticut
- Do not
drive over your septic tank or leaching area
- Do not
build anything over your septic tank or leaching area
- Do not
plant anything over your septic tank or leaching area, except grass
- Do not
do all your laundry in one day but rather space it out
- Do not
put the following in the septic system: any type of body wipes, paper towels, bandages, q-tips, dental floss, condoms, feminine care products, diapers, kitty litter, coffee grounds, grease, paint / varnish / thinners, pesticides, or large amounts of bleach / drain cleaners
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