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SEPTIC PUMPING

What Is Septic Pumping And Why You Should Choose Septic Masters

SEPTIC PUMPING

What Is Septic Pumping And Why You Should Choose Septic Masters

What Is Septic Pumping?

All septic systems have a septic tank from which waste-water from your toilet, shower, sinks, washing machines, and other appliances leave your house and drain into it. Septic tank pumping is the process of using a high-pressure water nozzle and pump to remove sludge, liquid, and floating solids from the septic tank. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) warns against using chemicals to break down the sludge yourself because this can throw off the ecosystem in your septic tank and lawn. You should have your septic tank pumped at least every one to three years – depending on how many people are using your septic tank. Septic Masters offers free estimates on all services, including septic tank pumping, so contact us today! We always aim to work in a timely manner to best serve you.

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Why Should You Have Your Septic Pumped Regularly?

  • Septic tank pumping extends the life of your septic system. A well-maintained septic tank can last up to 30 years.
  • The longer you wait to have your tank pumped, the thicker the sludge becomes and the harder it is for septic tank pumping.
  • Regular pumping can save you money, time, and hassle, prevent system overflow, and prevent run-off into nearby water bodies like creeks and rivers.
  • Prevent system overflow
  • Prevent run-off into nearby water bodies like creeks and rivers
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Signs That Your Septic Is Full

  • Tubs, toilets, sinks, etc, may seem to drain slowly
  • You can smell the odor-causing gases
  • Higher than normal nitrate level for your well water
  • Standing water in your yard
  • Sewage back-up in your house
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SAND MOUND

Sand mound systems are an option in areas of shallow soil depth, high groundwater, or shallow bedrock. The constructed sand mound contains a drain field trench. Effluent (wastewater) from the septic tank flows to a pump chamber where it is pumped to the mound in set doses.

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FAQs

A septic tank is pumped by inserting a large vacuum hose into the tank, which then sucks out the sludge, scum, and liquid waste, transporting it to a disposal truck.

Septic tank pumping involves removing sludge and liquid waste from a septic tank to prevent blockages and maintain its functioning. It’s essential for the system’s longevity and effectiveness.

A septic tank is emptied by pumping out the sludge and effluent using a vacuum truck designed for septic services. This process should be carried out by professional septic tank cleaners.

 

This company came out to pump my septic tank. They were prompt and friendly and left everything in good shape .

Kyle Dougherty

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