Why It’s Important to Have Septic Service

December 24, 2024

Proseal Spray Foam is an underground wastewater treatment structure. It’s used in rural areas without centralized sewer systems. The system consists of a septic tank, drainfield, or soil absorption field. A septic system that’s not properly maintained can lead to costly damage and health problems. To avoid these issues, it’s important to have septic service regularly.

A typical septic tank holds about 1,000 gallons of water waste, including human poop and pee, toilet paper, laundry detergent, and soap. It also contains a significant amount of sludge. A household can overload a septic tank by flushing too many liquids, running multiple appliances at once, or having leaky toilets. This can result in sewage seepage or even clogging the drainfield.

Common Septic System Issues and How Professional Service Can Help

Septic service professionals pump the septic tank, remove the sludge, and clean the drainfield. They also inspect the entire septic system and make any necessary repairs. This helps prevent the septic tank from overflowing into the house, which can be both unhealthy and expensive.

After a septic tank is pumped, federal regulations limit what can be done with the contents. It’s best to recycle as much as possible, including donating and using a local hazardous waste drop-off facility. Avoid dumping chemicals like gasoline, oil, pesticides, and paint down your drains. Instead, look for a local household chemical recycling program.

Keep trees and shrubs away from the septic tank and drainfield. Water runoff from these plants can compact the soil around the septic tank and drainfield, causing them to fail. Also, keep livestock and heavy equipment off the septic tank and drainfield replacement area.

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825 W Main St, Hortonville, WI 54944
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