So, you’ve just went and bought yourself a house. If you’ve had the chance to explore all of the nooks and crannies you may discover that your house has a septic tank. What is a septic tank, I hear you ask? Well, a septic tank is a type of chamber, most often found underground. It’s typically used to collect domestic sewage and it allows it to decompose naturally before it’s drained by means of soakaway. That may all sound terribly complicated, and to be honest – it is. But, never fear. If you know these simple tips to keep your septic tank in tip top shape then you’ll be back to getting your feet up in no time.
Get Some help
In order to maintain successful function of your septic tank, it is important to get your septic tank maintained and inspected roughly every three to five years – any longer and you run the risk of your septic tank becoming damaged. It may be quite expensive to hire a professional but think of it as an investment as the alternative could rack up massive bills for damages caused if your septic tank were to overflow or burst – plus it saves you getting your hands dirty. You may need to get your tank checked more frequently depending on the size of your tank and the amount of wastewater being piped into it.
If you think your septic tank may be in need of a check and you’re unsure of the cost, check out septictankpumping.directory to get a quote and find someone near you.
Stop Wasting Water
Many of us have gotten complacent with our water usage. For the average household in the United States, a typical small family with 2 or 3 children can end up using as much as around 60-80 gallons of water per day! All that water is going straight down the drain, and straight into your septic tank. Small changes like turning off the tap while we brush our teeth or doing fewer washes can make a massive difference to your septic tank.
Be Careful with Your Drains
What many people don’t know is that septic tanks work due to certain types of bacteria living within the tank that are used to eventually break down the waste – much like our own digestive systems. Therefore, crazy as it may sound, in order to maintain the function of your septic tank, you should be more conscious of these bacteria and limit your use of harsh chemicals within your drains. Also be mindful of potential blockages, never put oil or solid food down your drain.
It should be obvious, but if you don’t want your septic tank to get clogged up, make sure you’re aware of what you’re sending down the drain – or it might end up coming out of your wallet too. The easiest way to make sure you’re not sending anything harmful down the toilet is to never flush anything that isn’t human waste or toilet paper – remember, your toilet isn’t a trash can!