Septic System Maintenance Is Necessary To Avoid Repairs and Failures

January 2, 2019/in cleaning and pumping, leach field, leachfield, Massachusetts, norton, Septic Preservation Services, septic pumping, septic repairs, septic services, septic system cleaning and pumping, septic system maintenance, septic system repairs

Septic Preservation Services know that even though it is only January 2nd it suddenly feels like the holidays were a long time ago and we are all getting back into the swing of things. This means that property maintenance that you have perhaps been putting off over the holiday period should now be looked at and not postponed anymore. Septic System Maintenance is really not something that should be put off for too long because if left it can lead to large and expensive repair being necessary or even a septic failure. The most important septic system maintenance is septic pumping. The average recommended pumping frequency is between 3 and 5 years, depending on the tank size and number of occupants. The longer you wait between pumping the greater the likelihood that you may have a septic problem and you will shorten the lifespan of your system and eventually it will fail. As wastewater enters your septic tank from your property, the solid matter will be held in the tank and break down into “sludge” over time, while the liquids continue on to the absorption area (leach field / drain field). Sludge is never meant to exit your septic tank, so it must be pumped out on a regular basis — you don’t want the sludge to accumulate to the point where it starts exiting the tank towards the absorption area or backing up into your property.

Once this happens pumping will not rectify the issue and you will be looking at additional costs to repair your system and if left too long you may have to replace your septic system or at least parts of it which is both expensive and disruptive. We have septic pumping scheduled today for customers who are choosing to keep on top of their septic system maintenance in Rowley, Boxford, Groveland, Peabody, Lynnfield and North Reading MA. If you require septic pumping or if you are not sure if it is time or if you have any questions please do contact our Norton office on 877 378 4279 or visit Septic Preservation Services

To Avoid Septic Problems and Septic Failure Have Your Septic System Pumped Regularly

July 31, 2018/in Bob Silva, Massachusetts, norton, Septic Preservation Services, septic pumping, septic system maintenance

Septic Preservation Services know that septic pumping does not sound (or smell) very appealing but having your septic system pumped regularly is an essential part of septic system maintenance. Even if your septic system has been used correctly and is operating perfectly you will still always need to have it pumped, usually every 3-5 years. Although your septic system treats effluent the build up of solid waste can not be avoided and your system will need to be pumped. If you leave it too long there will be unpleasant and sometimes unsafe septic problems that could lead to a total system failure. To avoid this have your septic system pumped regularly. Today we have septic pumping scheduled in North Attleboro, Attleboro, Norton, Raynham, Rehoboth, Dighton and Freetown MA. If you require a septic pump out or if you have any questions about septic pumping or septic systems please do contact our Norton office on 508-763-4431 or visit www.allclearseptic.com

Tips for Septic System Maintenance

March 22, 2017/in Bob Silva, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, norton, Septic Preservation Services, septic services, septic system maintenance

Tips for Your Septic System

It’s important to keep your septic system running smoothly. There are many things you can change in your household habits to prolong the life of your septic system and keep repairs at bay.

Conserve water whenever possible as a means of reducing the volume of wastewater that will need to be treated and disposed. Take shorter showers and turn off the faucet while brushing your teeth and doing dishes. Turn it back on to rinse.

Make repairs to any faucets or toilets that are leaking. That is simply wasting water and putting extra water into the septic tank and leachfield.

Make sure that you are only discharging biodegradable wastes into your system. Avoid using cleaners with bleach and harsh chemicals. Choose natural ingredients or make your own homemade cleaners with household ingredients.

Use 1 ply toilet paper and avoid using too much. Do not flush, diapers, feminine hygiene products, tissues, wipes or paper towels.

Restrict or avoid use of your garbage disposal. They can wreak havoc with septic systems.

Avoid putting grease, oils, fats, paint or excess food down your drains. Throw them away or wash outside.

Take the time to ensure that any down spouts or other surface water is diverted away from your drainfield.

It’s a good idea to keep the cover to your septic tank accessible by installing covers and risers for easier inspections and pumping.

Get your septic tank pumped regularly and have it checked for any cracks or leaks.

You can also have an effluent filter installed to prevent debris from entering your drainfield.

You can also add a laundry filter to your washing machine. Space out your loads of laundry and dishwashing loads to keep your leachfield from getting flooded.

Call Septic Preservation Services for a Voluntary Assessment of your septic system. You can also inquire about becoming part of a preventative maintenance service plan to take all the guess work out of maintaining your septic system and can help you prevent problems before they even occur!

Call 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

Don’t Leave Your Septic System to Chance

December 28, 2016/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, Septic Preservation Services, septic services

Many homeowners may feel that septic systems basically take care of themselves if left alone. You may be one of the lucky few that breezes through home ownership with a problem free septic system but this is generally not the “norm”.

Septic Systems need basic maintenance to keep them working properly as well as good household habits.

For the septic tank, maintenance means the periodic removal of accumulated sludge and scum, cleaning the effluent screen and inspecting the system to see that the baffles are sound and in place. Septic systems need to be pumped every 3-5 years depending on the use.

For systems that utilize pumps, the homeowner should be reminded that pumps are mechanical, so the pump tank and pump should be regularly inspected to ensure solids are not entering the tank. Make sure the pump, electrical connections and floats are in good working order. Pump tank should be pumped out and cleaned every 5 years to keep solids out of mechanical pump. It will last longer.

Distribution Box should be checked and pumped out when the septic tank is pumped. This distribution box gives a good indication of the health of the leach field. Leach fields are also part of the septic system and should be monitored. They can become overly saturated and fail also.

Household use can have a big impact on your system. Garbage disposals are not a good fit with a septic system and are better off being removed or used sparingly. Water usage is important. Spacing out washings, and dishwasher loads, fixing leaky faucets, and timed showers can all help prevent saturation in your leach field.

Being careful what goes down your drains and toilet and into the septic system can also preserve the life of your system. Keep wipes, feminine products, and thick toilet paper out of your toilets and fats, grease, harsh chemical cleaners and bleach out of your drains and your septic system will thank you.

Septic Preservation Services has a great maintenance program to keep your septic system running smoothly. They are the experts and can answer all your questions on household use and extending the life of your system. Give them a call at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

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