Septic Cleaning and Pumping

April 19, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, norton, preventative maintenance, Septic Preservation Services, septic pumping, septic services, septic system pumping

SEPTIC CLEANING & PUMPING

Part of any good Preventative Maintenance Program is to ensure that your septic system is properly cleaned and is pumped on a regular basis. It is important to know the facts about septic cleaning and pumping to avoid making costly mistakes.

SEPTIC CLEANING

Getting your tanks cleaned on a regular basis will help to improve the efficiency of your septic system and keep it running smooth. It is important to select your service provider carefully to ensure that you get quality work. Be sure that when comparing prices that you compare apples to apples. Some differences that may effect cost are the size of the tank, how deep the covers are buried, and if there is a filter to clean.

Septic Preservation takes pride in the work that we do, utilizing specialized equipment to locate specific areas of your system, such as a sewer camera that is used to investigate the inside of your sewer lines, and jetting equipment to clean the pipes within the leach field.

SEPTIC PUMPING

pumping Some pumping services will tell you that you need to get your septic system pumped every 6 months or on an annual basis. The truth is that a properly maintained septic system should only be pumped based on the accumulation of sludge and scum, which is typically every 2-5 years. Pumping too frequently is costly and usually not necessary.

If you would like a system evaluation and to know how often you should be pumping, give Septic Preservation a call for an evaluation and to set up quick and easy pumping arrangements.

OUR GOAL: CLEANER AND MORE EFFICIENT SEPTIC SYSTEMS

Septic Preservation can get you started on the road to a healthier septic system for your residential or commercial property through our Preventative Maintenance Program. We are so confident in the services offered through this program that we offer a unique “Pass or It’s FREE Guarantee” on Title 5 Inspections to all of our customers that are in the Preventative Maintenance Program and have followed up with all of our recommendations. We also provide a 50% discount off of all Title 5 Inspections for our up-to-date Preventative Maintenance Program customers. Call us today at 877-378-4279 to get more information about our programs and services.

Visit www.septicpreservation.com for everything you need to know about your septic system.

Septic System Odors

March 1, 2017/in Bob Silva, emergency services, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, preventative maintenance, septic cleaning, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic system maintenance

Septic system odors can have many causes. Some can be minor, others more serious. In cold weather, the causes can vary. Pinpointing the source of the smell is usually the first step. Downdrafts from the vent pipe on the roof may cause odor, but would vary with weather conditions and wind and subside as the day warms.

There could be a problem with a frozen drainfield, blocked tank inlet or outlet, or other blocked pipes. Backup may occur in the home if this is the case. Check the lowest drain in the system first. Call a professional right away if you suspect this is the problem.

Long, persistent odors and wet spots over the tank and drainfield could mean septic system failure. Check for effluent outside and wet spots where the grass may be particularly lush.

Does it smell right near the house? Broken pipes or leaky pipes could account for this. Effluent could be leaking out of the pipe and running along the pipe trench rather than through the pipe itself. Blocked pipes could also be the problem forcing the sewage back toward the home.

The best course of action is to call a professional right away. Septic Preservation Services have 24 hour emergency services as well as trained septic professionals to evaluate the problem and make any necessary repairs, which could save money down the road and prevent septic failure.

Call them at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Septic Preservation Services in Maine Today

February 28, 2017/in Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, norton, preventative maintenance, septic inspection, septic inspections, Septic Preservation Services

All Clear Septic & Wastewater Services Septic Preservation Services has septic inspections scheduled in Bar Mills, Buxton, Biddeford, Old Orchard Beach, Gorham, Poland, Parsons Field, and Alfred, ME today. If you need a septic inspection in Maine, please do contact our office so we can answer any questions you may have or schedule an appointment. You can reach them at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Protecting Your Septic System During the Winter Months

February 22, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, preventative maintenance, rhode island, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic system repairs

How can you protect your septic system during the winter months? Freezing can become an issue when the temperatures start to drop. The most vulnerable components are the pipes leading from the house into the septic tank. Leaky fixtures such as faucets and toilets can keep a steady drip through the pipes which could freeze, blocking the pipes. Other components which can potentially freeze are the tank, pipes leading to the drainfield and the drainfield itself.

Snow itself is a great insulator over your septic tank and leachfield. Make sure you do not drive over your tank and leachfield. Compacted snow can drive down the frost and increase your chances of freezing. Driving over your leachfield and septic system is never a good idea in any season. It can lead to damage to your system. Grass is always a good choice for over your septic system or mulch if grass is not available. It is a great insulator without deep roots to interfere with or damage your system.

Systems which are in use have a lesser possibility of freezing since liquid is always flowing through the system. Homes which are used seasonally or sporadically have a greater risk for freezing since the system is dormant much of the time.

Fixing leaky faucets and toilets before winter sets in can greatly lessen your chances of freezing occurring and also conserve water. This can save you from costly repairs down the road.

If you suspect you have a problem, call a professional right away. Septic Preservation Services has 24 emergency services for help with any septic emergency. They can evaluate your system and make repairs if needed. They also offer a great maintenance program to keep your septic system running smoothly year round. Call them with all your questions at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

SPS Has Septic First Maintenance Inspections in Rhode Island

February 21, 2017/in Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, Portsmouth, Portsmouth RI, preventative maintenance, rhode island, septic first maintenance inspections, septic inspection, septic inspections, Septic Preservation Services, Tiverton

Septic Preservation Services have Septic First Maintenance Inspections in Portsmouth, Tiverton, Middletown, Little Compton, Jamestown, North Kingstown and Narragansett, RI today. The purpose of a First Maintenance Septic Inspection is to establish what type of septic system you have, if the system poses any risk to public health, if there is any risk to the environment, and determine if any immediate corrective actions should be taken. If you need a first maintenance inspection or if you have any questions please do contact our office at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Septic System Maintenance with Septic Preservation

February 17, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, norton, preventative maintenance, Septic Preservation Services, septic services, septic system maintenance

Septic Preservation Services have septic system maintenance scheduled today in Foxboro, Mansfield, Lakeville, North Attleboro, Sharon, Seekonk, Swansea, and Rehoboth, MA. We have regular service and maintenance appointments with many clients in Massachusetts on a quarterly, biannual or annual basis, dependent on the system and clients’ requirements. If you would like to feel confident that your septic system is going to be maintained on a regular basis, it may be a good idea to contact Septic Preservation Services to discuss our services. For more information or to schedule an appointment please do contact our office at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Septic Preservation Services Performing Septic Cleaning

February 15, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, preventative maintenance, rhode island, septic cleaning, septic services

Septic Preservation Services has septic cleaning scheduled for customers today in North Smithfield, Cumberland, Foster, Glocester, Lincoln, Johnston and Scituate, RI. Carrying out regular maintenance on your septic system will ensure its longevity and help prevent costly repairs. If you need to arrange septic cleaning for your septic system or if you have any questions please do contact our office at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Happy Valentine’s Day from Septic Preservation Services

February 14, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, marion, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, overboard discharge services, preventative maintenance, rhode island, Septic Preservation Services, septic services, septic system repairs

Septic Preservation Services wishes all of its customers and friends Happy Valentines Day! We know that the smell of a sewer in the morning is not terribly romantic, so we would recommend that you have your septic system regularly serviced to ensure that these odors do not invade your home. We have septic services including Singulair Service, FAST Service, Advanced Treatment Unit Service, Jet System Service and Wastewater Services scheduled today in Fairhaven, New Bedford, Mattapoisett, Marion, Rochester, Westport and Fall River, MA. If you need to schedule a septic system service or you have concerns about your septic system that you wish to discuss further please do contact our office at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Properly Maintaining Your Septic System

February 8, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, preventative maintenance, rhode island, Septic Preservation Services

A septic system that has been designed, built and maintained properly will effectively and efficiently reduce or eliminate most of the waste, health and environmental threats that can come as a result of household wastewater. However, despite a good design and quality workmanship, septic system care should include participation in a preventative maintenance program.

Regular maintenance is important to prevent septic system failure, which can be dangerous and costly to repair. Your septic system needs to be monitored by a professional inspector and service company to ensure that it is performing adequately for the number of persons living in your home and the amount of daily use.

Make sure to speak with a trusted septic service professional before making any changes to your system or usage patterns to ensure that you are working within the parameters of your system’s design and capabilities.
Proper septic system care will save you money in the long run. A septic system that has failed will be very expensive to repair or replace and unfortunately, poor maintenance and care is usually the reason why most systems fail.

Signing up for a preventative maintenance program, such as the one offered by Septic Preservation Services is worth the cost associated with the service when you think about how much it would cost to replace the entire system after a failure. Your septic service professional will inspect and monitor your residential septic system to ensure that is in good working order.

Pumping should occur approximately every three to five years. Your preventative maintenance program serviceman will let you know when your system needs to be pumped and will give you tips on how to properly maintain your septic system in the mean time.

Pumping will depend on the quality of your septic system, the number of people living in your home and the size of your tank and drainfield. A system that has failed can considerably lower your property value and could become a health and legal liability.
The health and welfare of you, your family, your guests, your neighbors and everyone in your community depends on your ability to maintain septic system care. Because your septic system does the dirty job of processing and eliminating human waste from your home, improper maintenance can cause a lot of unhealthy problems.

A well-running septic system will work to prevent the spread of disease and infection. Regular septic system maintenance will ensure that the dangerous pathogens from your wastewater doesn’t reach the local groundwater supply. Other dangerous things that can be found in household wastewater include phosphorus, nitrogen and disease-causing bacteria.

Studies show that 25% of all homes in the United States use a septic system. Approximately 4 billion gallons of wastewater is dispersed below the surface each and every day. Septic systems that aren’t effectively treating the sewage in the drainfield can become a health hazard and a threat to drinking water, contaminating wells and surface waters. This can pose a threat of infection and disease not just to humans, but also to animals living in the area.

Surface waters, such as rivers, lakes and ponds, that become contaminated by improperly treated sewage can cause a variety of infectious diseases. Eye and ear infections are common, as are acute gastrointestinal illnesses. Diseases like hepatitis can also be spread throughout communities and to recreational water users and swimmers in this manner.
Now that we know why you should maintain your septic system, it’s time to talk about how to get the job done. We have already talked about getting in touch with your septic service provider to find out about a preventative maintenance program. Remember, Septic Preservation Services services customers all throughout Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and Maine. Their highly trained and experienced staff can help you with septic system care all over the South Coast region.

You should also take the time to learn all you can about proper use of your septic system, how much water you should be using, ways to reduce the amount of water you put into your septic tank each day, things you should never flush down the toilet and other helpful tips. Your septic system service provider can help get you started with a clean and functional system and can help you develop good habits that will keep your system running effectively and efficiently.

Please call Septic Preservation Services at 877-378-4279 with all your septic questions and to set up a maintenance program. Visit www.septicpreservation.com for more information.

Flushable Wipes

February 1, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, preventative maintenance, rhode island, Septic Preservation Services, septic services

Flushable Wipes! Wipes are everywhere and are the ultimate convenience. There are baby wipes for changing diapers and general cleanups, kitchen wipes, make-up wipes, wipes with bleach, floor wipes, pet wipes, bathroom wipes and even flushable wipes. They make our life easier especially on the go, but should we be flushing any of these down the toilet, even the ones that claim to be flushable?

Studies have been done to test flushable wipes to see how quickly they biodegrade, and while they may break down faster than non flushable wipes, they do not break down as quickly as they should. Wipes have the potential to plug the sewer line between the house and tank and build up at the inlet of the septic tank.

Wipes can build up in the septic tank and reduce the ability of the solids to breakdown and allow just liquid to discharge to leach field. This can cause failure of the septic system. The antibacterial agents on the wipes can also harm the helpful bacteria in your septic tank.

The best advice is to throw all the wipes, even the flushable ones in the garbage. The only thing that should be put in your toilet is toilet paper. One-ply is the best and trying to get everyone in the family to conserve the amount of toilet paper being used will keep your septic system running smoothly.

Septic Preservation Services has a great maintenance program and can answer all your septic questions. Call them at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com