Why is Septic Service So Important ?

Septic systems are concrete or plastic boxes which exist underground. The purpose of your system is to remove any solid waste from water being disposed from the home or business. Septic tanks are usually filled with a liquid which allows solid waste to settle out so that it doesn't enter your leaching chamber. If the level of solids in the tank exceeds a certain limit, it will enter the leaching area and plug the pores in the soil that allow the liquid to filter into the ground. At this point, the water will either back up into the property or seep out onto the ground. Once the leaching area becomes clogged it will need to be replaced or extended. Adding leaching fields is far more expensive than regularly maintaining your system, including pumping your septic tank in set intervals. Regular septic tank maintenance is the single most important step you can take to extend the life of your system. Feel free to contact us to speak to a representative for additional tips. 

Septic tanks should be professionally pumped out every 3 to 5 years, depending on the size of your system and the rate of usage. Proper maintenance and care of your septic system will not only help your system to deliver its optimal performance, but could also mean the difference in a small routine maintenance service or a complete overhaul of your systems. Contact us today to learn more about how Stillwater Septic Service can assist you.