How can I prevent septic tank problems?

• <div><p>Preventing septic tank problems can help save on overall septic tank repair costs and keep your home running smoothly. To ensure that your tank continues to function correctly, you should:</p><ul><li><p>Have your septic tank system inspected every one to three years.</p></li><li><p>Have your septic tank pumped every three to five years or as needed based on your usage.</p></li><li><p>Avoid flushing paper towels, wet wipes, and feminine hygiene products.</p></li><li><p>Avoid excess water usage at one single time. </p></li></ul><p></p></div>

How do I keep my septic tank healthy?

• <div><p>To keep your septic tank healthy, be careful of what you flush and be conservative with water usage, as even flushing too much water down the drain can throw off the septic system’s delicate balance. Never flush anything but human waste and toilet paper down your toilet, and be sure to have the tank inspected and pumped every two to five years, depending on the size of your household and your water usage.</p></div>

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Q: What breaks down sludge in a septic tank?

• <div><p>Septic tanks naturally have bacteria that break down some of the solid waste in the septic tank. However, sludge buildup is just part of owning a septic system. While liquid wastewater can be filtered and treated through the system, a septic tank company has to pump the septic tank out at least every few years.</p></div>

Q: Will your toilet flush if your septic tank is full?

• <div><p>Your toilet will still flush if the septic tank is full, but it might flush more slowly. It may make gurgling sounds as the wastewater slowly drains through the pipes. You may also notice the toilet clogs up more frequently when the septic tank is full, although this can also be a sign of other plumbing issues, like a clog in the pipes.</p></div>

Q: How do you know when to empty a septic tank?

• <div><p>Most septic tanks need to be emptied every <b>3 to 5 years</b>, but it&rsquo;s a good idea to monitor the fill levels of your septic tank all the time. You can do this by installing a pressure level sensor to detect the internal tank pressure, or by having a septic tank company perform an annual inspection to let you know when you&rsquo;ll need to pump the tank.</p></div>

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