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Plumbing - Septic System
Proper care and maintenance can extend the life and beauty of your home.
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A septic system processes and neutralizes liquid and solid waste that exits your home from sinks and other plumbing fixtures. A conventional septic system consists of three main parts; a septic tank, a drain field and soil beneath the drain field.
Care and Maintenance Tips
Maintenance Schedule
Many jurisdictions require proof of an annual inspection of your septic system. We recommend you utilize a licensed, septic system inspector than can also perform periodic maintenance to your system.
Your inspector can recommend a maintenance schedule that is appropriate for your tank size, style and drain field properties.
Consult with your inspector before landscaping near your septic system; Root systems for different types of plants and/or grading changes caused by landscaping can alter the effectiveness of your drain field.
Things to Avoid
Hazardous chemicals such as paint thinners, gasoline, etc. should never be disposed of through your plumbing fixtures; these and other similar chemicals can ruin your system and are a hazard to groundwater.
Do not flush any trash down the toilet. This will stop up the toilet and also risk damage and backup to the septic system.
Disposal of heavy cleaners, particularly those containing bleach, via your plumbing can kill beneficial bacteria in the septic tank, so solids won't break down as well.
* If you are in a Condo residence please refer to your Condo Association Documents to verify your responsibilities, if any, for the maintenance of these areas.