Expert Septic System Care

Quality Septic System Maintenance

Contemporary septic systems operate quite smoothly, and maintaining them shouldn't be a problem if you stick to some fundamental principles. At Headland Plumbing Services, we're dedicated to keeping your septic system in optimal performance with an cost-effective maintenance schedule. Preventing issues is preferable than dealing with septic system emergencies later.

Tips for Caring for Your Septic System

Here are some actions you can take to care for your septic system. Following these tips will lead to fewer repair bills and fewer emergency repairs.

Redirect Rainwater

Managing rainwater away from the drain field is crucial. A saturated leach field has difficulty processing effluent from the septic tank. Ensure that excess moisture from gutters does not flow over the drain field. Ideally, design the space around the drain field so that vegetation can assist in soaking up any excess moisture in the soil.

Prevent Overloading the System

To regulate the drain field and septic tank, manage the flow of wastewater by checking toilets and faucets for leaks. Repair any leaks immediately. Moreover, consider reducing water levels for small laundry loads and running the dishwasher only when it’s full. Utilizing devices such as a water-saving toilet insert can reduce the amount of water per flush. Low-flow shower heads can also reduce water flow to ease the load on your septic system.

Prevent Tree Roots from Intruding

Avoid planting trees near the septic system. This is crucial to prevent tree root incursion—one of the main causes of septic tank, pipe, and drain field issues. Keeping trees at least 100 feet away can help prevent root problems.

Avoid Flushing Foreign Objects

Avoid flushing foreign objects down the toilet. The primary cause of septic system failure is clogging, often caused by items like coffee grounds, sanitary napkins, and diapers. Objects including coffee grounds, sanitary products, disposable diapers, tampons, and cigarette butts can block your septic system.

Refrain from Pouring Grease

Don’t pour fat, grease, and oils down the kitchen sink. Grease, fat, and oil can easily clog drains, pipes, and the drain field. Obstructions in your septic system is detrimental and may lead to major leaks that could incur costly repairs.

Avoid Harmful Chemicals

Do not pour harmful chemicals down the drain. Chemicals like gasoline, paint thinners, and similar chemicals can damage the pipes and lead to costly repairs.

Safeguard Your Septic System

To protect your septic system from damage, keep vehicles off the drain field, don’t pave it with concrete, and don’t construct any buildings.

Work with a Qualified Service

Hire a reliable and certified plumbing and septic cleaning company to conduct routine upkeep. To ensure the longevity of your system is to have the tank serviced regularly, and the drainage field should also be inspected regularly. At Headland Plumbing Services, we perform all these services at reasonable costs. Contact us today to set up your maintenance plan.

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