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Septic Maintenance Tips
If you have a Septic System, you MUST maintain it regularly in order to avoid any back ups or leaks. Sewage leakage is considered a BioHazard and it is one of the more common problems when a septic system has not been maintained properly.
According to the EPA, here are a few tips to avoid septic system back-ups, leaks or overflow on your property.
Did you know nearly one in four households in the United States depend on an individual septic system?
The Do's and Don'ts to Avoid a Septic Tank Back Up or Leak
| WHAT TO DO | |
| · | DO call After A Disaster, Inc. at 866-509-4561 for a free consultation. |
| · | DO have regular inspections of your system and pump your tank as necessary. Pump your tank every 3-5 years. Average indoor water use in a typical single family home is almost 70 gallons per person per day. Leaky toilets can was as much as 200 gallons per day. |
| · | DO use water efficiently. Fix leaky faucets and running toilets. |
| WHAT NOT TO DO | |
| · | DO NOT dispose of household wastes or any hazardous chemicals in sinks and toilets. |
| · | DO NOT Plant trees or bushes around your septic system as roots may clog and damage the drain field or tank. |
| · | DO NOT drive or park your vehicle on any part of your septic system as this might damage the pipes, or tank as the soil is compacted. |
| TIPS AND PREVENTION | |
| · | Upgrade your toilet to high efficiency. Toilets account for 25-30% of household water use. Most older homes have toilets with 3.5-5 gallon tanks, newer high efficiency toilets use 1.6 gallons of water or less per flush. |
| · | Before having a large party, have your septic system inspected and pumped. |
| · | Avoid the following items from being flushed into your septic system: |
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