SEPTIC TANK

How Often Should Your Septic Tank Be Cleaned?

It would be best if you had a professional sewer cleaning solution at least once every three years to make sure that it is working properly. It should also be pumped once every three to five years. However, the specific routine of the inspection, maintenance and cleaning of your septic tank will be determined by a professional who will consider the following aspects before giving you an ideal inspection timeline.

• Size of household
• Total amount of wastewater generated
• Total volume of solids in the wastewater
• Size of the septic tank

Even if your septic tank is working properly, you must get it cleaned regularly to increase its functionality. If not cleaned correctly, decomposing bacteria can lead to numerous problems.

How to Identify That Your Septic Tank Is Full?

Some tell-tale signs can help you identify that your septic tank is full and needs pumping. These signs include:

• Presence of an unexplained foul smell
• Presence of puddles of water near the tank
• Slow drainage
• Weak flush
• Presence of green coverings of algae on the outside of your septic tank
• Backup of raw sewage into your taps

Consequences of Improper Septic Tank Maintenance

If you do not maintain your septic tank and get it cleaned regularly by a professional, it can be rendered ineffective.  It's necessary to clean the septic tank because it can lead to sewage build-up in your pipes, causing further clogging. It can also lead to the presence of sewage in your taps and bathtubs. Eventually, all this can cause severe damage to the entire system, leaving you with no choice other than getting a new septic tank system, which would be a considerable expense to pay.

Get in touch with A-1 Environmental Services for septic tank cleaning service in Winnipeg and we'll be happy to help.