Introduction

A well designed and properly constructed septic system can be expected to give years of acceptable service only if it is not overloaded and is properly maintained.  Standard  and aerobic systems are designed to handle a limited amount of normal strength domestic wastewater.  Septic systems should not be used as if you are on city sewer.

Either excessive volumes of water or excessive strength waste materials  into a  septic system can result in failure of that system.

Maintenance

Avoid hydraulic overloading;  Conserve water.  Fix dripping faucets and leaking toilets, replace them with low flow fixtures.  Do not leave the faucet running when shaving or brushing your teeth.  Wait for full loads before running clothes or dishwashers.  Spread out your laundry, do not do all it all in one day.  These are some of the ways to avoid overloading your system.

Lifestyle changes indoors;  Do not put trash such as cigarette butts, paper towels, or sanitary napkins into the system.  Use biodegradable toilet paper.  Avoid pouring grease and oils down the sink.  Reduce or eliminate the use of garbage disposals.  Use liquid soaps and detergents when possible.  Avoid excessive amounts of bleach. Do not put chemicals and harsh solvents such as paint, thinners  and pesticides into system.

Lifestyle changes outdoors;  Know the location of your system.  Plant grass, not trees or shrubs over the tanks and drain field.  This will help to avoid roots causing stoppage and breakage.  Do not drive, build , install driveways or sprinkler systems over tanks, lines or spray heads.  Shed rain gutter spouts away from system.

Pumping and cleaning;  We recommend pumping a standard system  every 1 to 2 years depending on usage and  weather.  Aerobic systems should be pumped every 2 years if not sooner depending on usage.  If you have an odor or standing water your system may need pumping or maintenance.  Call Circle M Co. 

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