The Importance of Septic Service & Maintenance

Action Septic Tank Service values the importance of properly caring for your on-site sewage system. This will extend its life, save on maintenance costs and protect water quality.

Your septic tank is a large, underground, watertight container that holds all of the wastewater from your bathroom, kitchen and laundry rooms. Inside the tank, the heavy solids settle to the bottom. Bacteria reduces these solids to sludge and gases. Lighter solids, like fats, oils and grease (FOG), rise to the top, forming the scum layer. The solids that do not decompose remain inside the septic tank. If these solids are not pumped out of your septic tank every 2-3 years, they will build up and eventually overflow into your drainfield, potentially causing extensive damage.

Action Septic Tank Service recommends scheduling annual inspections and having your septic tank pumped every 2-3 years. Keep a diagram of your septic system’s location and detailed records of septic maintenance and service. Practice water conservation in your home. This environmentally-friendly tip also reduces the stress on your septic system. Always contact a septic professional for help.

For more septic information and service, please visit www.actionseptictankservice.com.