A septic system is a series of underground pipes, tanks, and chambers that treat wastewater. It separates solid wastes and liquids, then allows the liquids to be absorbed into the surrounding soil. The soil acts as a natural filter and eliminates bacteria, viruses, and nutrients before they enter groundwater or surface water.

Regular septic tank pumping and maintenance are essential to a healthy septic system. Solid wastes and sludge build up in the tank over time, leading to clogs and system failure. Regular septic tank pumping removes these accumulations and keeps the drainfield functioning properly.

The amount of water a household uses determines how often a septic tank needs to be pumped. A septic professional can help determine how many gallons per day the system is capable of handling. Avoiding excessive water usage and running laundry loads helps reduce the number of gallons in the tank, decreasing the need to have it pumped.

During the septic tank pumping process, a technician stretches a hose from a vacuum truck to an opening in the septic tank and pumps its contents into the truck. This takes less than an hour, and during this time a technician can inspect the tank level, baffles, sump pump, and aerator shaft.

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Avoid putting anything into your septic system that will harm it. This includes chemical drain openers, gallons of laundry detergent, large quantities of oil, grease, or solvents, and latex paint. It is also important to minimize the use of a garbage disposal, since food wastes and fats can clog the system and flow into the drainfield. Don’t plant trees or park cars or equipment over septic system components, as the roots of these items may clog the drainfield.

Busy Bee Septic and Excavating LLC
114 Houston St, Maybrook, NY 12543, United States
(845)294-5771