Some Handy Tips

Best tips for septic tank sewerage & wastewater treatment

Have your septic tank cleaned regularly. How regularly depends on a lot of things such as septic tank sizes and how many people it is actually serving. It is best to have your septic tank inspected by a professional every year. However, generally speaking, do NOT leave your Septic Tank unserviced for over 3 years!
 

How can I tell that my septic tank needs pumping and desludging?

There are a few pointers to pay heed to. Here are the obvious ones:

• The air around the septic tank smells unpleasant
• Damp and soggy ground around the tank, or
• Pools of water are forming downhill from the tank
• Toilets and drains are slow to clear or keep backing up
• Your septic tank hasn’t been pumped in the past 3 years

How do I avoid needing septic pumping services sooner?

Don’t flush anything down your toilet except wastewater and toilet paper.
(Paper towels, sanitary products, baby wipes, cigarette butts and even tissue paper all make solid sewage build up faster inside the tank).
If you have a holiday house that you rent out, leave these pointers with your agent and on also have it on the inside of your toilet door.

Feel free to contact us for more info.