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Basic Care for Your Septic Tank

Septic tanks are highly delicate pieces of equipment. A septic tank is responsible for gathering waste from a house when the house is too far away from the public water filtration system. Many modern septic tanks not only hold household waste, but also filter the water and return the clean water to the ground. This eliminates the

Inspections: Have a qualified and city or state-certified inspector come out and inspect your system every 3 to 5 years. This will ensure any problems with your septic system are caught early, and that your system is up to code.

Watch tank additives: Many chemical cleaners and other chemicals can harm your septic system. Harsh chemicals can kill the bacteria inside the tank that break down the waste inside the tank, causing clogs and other problems. Other materials, such as tampons and even some toilet paper, will not break down inside the tank, causing problems and back-ups.

Avoid other problems: Do not plant trees near your septic tank. Do not drive over the tank or allow anyone to play on or near the tank. Keep the area free of plants with deep roots and never place a building or structure over the tank. Too much weight on the tank lid could cause it to collapse.

Watch for warning signs: Signs that your system may have problems include strange odors at the tank site, soggy ground above the tank, slow-draining toilets, excessively green growth at the drainage site.