Maintaining Your Septic Tank at Home

Houses built in remote areas or those not reached or serviced by local sewage disposal management take advantage with the septic system. This kind of waste disposal has been proven reliable and could last as long as 20 years or more if properly designed, built, and maintained. Most Malibu household utilize on site wastewater treatment system and many of which uses septic system.

If you are using a septic tank, then you have a disposal system that is efficient and dependable and when maintained properly. No matter what the cause, septic system failure is a nuisance and a health hazard that should be corrected promptly. Not only that it's expensive but also puts your drinking water supply from groundwater at risk. So learn on how to properly care for your septic system to prevent unexpected problem.

• Every 3-5 years, allow your septic tank to be pumped. But pumping may be necessarily more or less depending on your wastewater usage so consult with your local licensed septic contractor to make recommendations and a possible scheduled visitation.
• Refrain from flushing anything that’s non-degradable and won’t easily decompose. Don't pour grease or chemicals down your drain because it can kill the bacteria that break down waste products in the tank. Don’t use a garbage disposal or use it sparingly.
• Don’t plant trees near your tank or absorption field. Grass and small plants would be good but trees are not since their roots might interfere with the pipes or worse your tank. It can cause leaks and unwanted expense on your part.
• Avoid overloading your tank or drain field. In the morning where showers and bathrooms trips are at its peak, don’t do the laundry or dishes and rather do it later in the day. It’s better to spread wisely your wastewater disposal to avoid driving over your septic system.
• Do not construct any structure such as swimming pool over any part your septic system. Allow your septic absorption field to breath and be able to exchange air with the roots from the grass above it.
• To keep the bacteria in the tank healthy, flush about a cup of yeast down the drain once each month. Yeast helps break up waste naturally without chemicals. This can help decrease the need for pumping.
• If you have leaky plumbing fixtures, get them fixed right away. A problem like this could need a professional. Check your local directory and you can find the best plumbers in Malibu.

There are lots of half truths out there about septic systems so be sure to seek advice from a licensed septic system professional if you have queries. Take care of your septic tank as it will be your defense from a messy and smelly disaster.