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A septic system refers to an underground constructed tank also known as a septic tank that is used to treat sewage from the house and then some of the clean water is discharged. The effluent is further percolated into the surrounding soil. Because of the nature of waste, ensure that your septic systems designed effectively to avoid treats to waterways, water, or even soil around the septic tanks from unpurified sewage. This is important since the waste is contained in a septic system designed for treatment and discretion.

How to explain a drainfield?

Separated liquids or effluent available for discharge by the septic tanks will be poured into the drainfield also known as the leach field. It consists of a pipe system, the drainfield serves as a mechanism of re-distribution, of the waste water back into the ground.

Where can I find the location of my sewage system?

In case you possess a recent septic tank as evidenced by the layout of your yard, it could come with an access lid that can be seen from the ground. If this is the case with your house, it is just a matter of stepping outside to find the septic tank. Unfortunately for the owners of older septic tanks, this is not influence. If your house has an older system, the chances are high that you will probably find it on your own by searching for bare patches of grass in your yard or greener grass that is growing much faster than the rest of the grass. If none of this works, find the “as-built” diagram, also known as the septic system record drawing, for your property by contacting the local health department. This shows where the septic tank can be found in your yard.

This looks tedious, time consuming, but it will pay off since in the case of the health department not being able to find any record of your septic system, the next step will probably include using a tile probe to go around your yard. To find your septic tank, follow the sanitary line from the house that goes towards the septic tank. For someone who has made every other attempt in vain, a septic installer is all you have. In the event that all other attempts to locate a septic system have been unsuccessful, a septic system installer may need to dig the whole yard looking for the septic tank.

How long does a septic system generally last for?

There is no exact number of years by which septic systems should last. It is common to expect the life of a septic system properly intended to last for many years without any replace. On the contrary, if an individual doesn’t adhere to maintenance of the septic system. it’s lifespan will be shortened more than what can be estimated. Septic system installers or repairers are the only people that will give you an approximate lifespan of your septic system. However, assuming that you have proper knowledge about the maintenance of the tank, installation date should be able to give you an estimate on how long your tank is likely to serve its purpose.

What are the advantages of constructing a new septic system as opposed to using an old one?

It is true that there are some benefits from the use of a new septic tank rather than an old one, however installing a new system is not always necessary. To begin with, more recent systems have been built specifically to prevent backflow of your system, and should this happen in a new system or when it is time to pump your cesspool, it would usually be easier to find an empty space since these tanks are made with flat top hatches. If you maintain your new septic tank properly, you need not worry about having it “too old” since it will serve you for many years into the future. Moreover, secondary biological treatment options on new septic systems work on your wastewater before its discharge. However, if your dwelling has an old septic system at the moment, there is no requirement for you to replace it as long as it meets the health department’s standards and the system functions as intended.

How much does it take to install a brand new septic system?

Replacing a septic system can be a very expensive job and this often ranges up to several dozens of thousand dollars. You may review available options of loan financing and other alternatives if your septic system has to be replaced. To get more information about finding the cheapest options for septic systems and getting a low rate financing plan, contact a septic system installation company.

How do I identify my septic tank capacity?

The water usage of the household and the legislations within the circumference of the septic tank will determine how big the septic tank will be. Call the county health department to determine your tank capacity.

What is the purpose of pumping out my septic system?

In an unpumped septic tank, gasses created by sewage waste are common. These gasses are in a position to speed up the destructive trend of the septic tank. If one humps out his or her septic tank, the tank would take time before it starts getting worn out. But it should be noted that wear and tear is a fact that cannot be ignored. It is only for a longer period that a well maintained septic system, which includes pumping out the tank, will bother you. Two to three years for pumping your septic system is the most you would want to pay so that you do not have to pay for buying a new tank again.

Let me know if I need to pump my tank or I need to excavate it.

Currently installed septic systems do tend to come with risers, which are extensions located above the tank from where you can access your tank through the lid. Any septic system specialist can ascertain whether a hydro-jetting is necessary if there are risers in the yard. To see if your tank needs draining, in the cases when it is not visible from the top, it is necessary to excavate it. It is recommended that your septic system is pumped at 2-3 year intervals so that you do not go around looking to see if it is full.

Why is it important to have lids and risers on my septic system?

Risers are ideal for server locations, pumping out or repairing the septic since they are at ground level. It is also possible to mow the lawn and whenever it rains find the septic system lies within as long as there is a lid on top. Lids and risers provide another benefit, they are available throughout the seasons which earlier types of septic systems could not provide because of the demolition of the yard to have access. If the weather determines that your septic system needs to be pumped or repaired in the winter, you may need to postpone reaching your tank as it may prove difficult, if not impossible, to dig beneath thick layers of frozen soil.

How long should I wait between each emptying of my septic system?

In a regular septic tank system, a 1,500-gallon tank would be pumped out every 2 1/2 to 3 years in a family of 4. You should be able to have a pump out done on your septic system every five years if you do not have less than 4 people occupying the house. For the precise estimation of the tank’s size, make sure to contact your health office. You can also check with septic service experts how often the tank should be pumped based on your family size and the tank size.

Do I require a septic tank pump out if there is a sale of the house?

For more information on the regulations in your region, please reach out to your local health department. It is unlikely the pump will be recommended again especially if a competent licensed septic system maintenance company has already done so on a reasonable schedule and not too long before the new occupants are expected to take up the septic system within the year or two.

Where can I find the services of a septic system pumper?

It should never be ignored that some septic tank pump out companies don’t hold relevant licenses while there are companies that do not recycle or even dispose of waste that is fetched out of the septic tank system. The first thing that you need to ascertain is the legality of the company with regard to the pumping of the septic tank, in this instance – whether or not the firm complies with the guidelines as put forth by the EPA. Thereafter, it is necessary to understand how much you will part with in terms of payments, how the prices are calculated, and which among the available companies can provide reliable, truthful, and reasonably priced packages for the service in question. In the case where you are looking for a septic system pumping firm, they will more often than not be located through the internet. Always check existing online reviews of the septic system firm, which you want to pump your septic tank, and verify that they do it correctly by leaving just enough foul water and waste to allow through odorless decomposition of the waste to bare several inches of the waste liquid. For those looking for septic pumps they can also google up septic pumpers’ websites that state actively that they are all certified or call your local health office to ask for approved pumpers.

How much will I be charged to pump my septic system especially if it is full?

Do not expect to pay less than about $200 for any particular job, and for this reason, try to contact different pumpers and ask as many questions as they can so that they make sure that they are getting the best value for their money. Do not cringe during the time you will be requiring to pump the septic system, for if the regular maintenance is done, then there will be no need of replacing the entire system in such an early age thus saving you thousands of dollars.

What happens to a septic system that has not been pumped out?

If the septic tank is not pumped out, solids will build up until overflowing into the drain field and causing it to become saturated. This may cause a backup which can cause serious damages to your home and a very costly mistake of having to dig up the drain field and replace it.

I pumped my septic system not long ago. Why is it full, isn’t it supposed to be empty?

That is not the goal of pumping.