When you install your septic or sewer system, you expect it to give it many years of service. It can, and it will, if it receives the necessary care that it deserves. A septic system can become overwhelmed with use and misuse throughout the years. It’s very important to realize that like any other system in your house, your septic system requires maintenance. Of that routine maintenance, perhaps the most important is getting your septic pumped at least every 4 years.
You can also help to minimize your expenses for Glenmoore septic services by putting the following suggestions into practice:
- Reduce Water Usage. You can reduce your water usage in many small ways. You can fix your leaky faucets and toilets. They can account for as much water usage as three gallons per minute, which is an absolutely ridiculous waste of money. You should also reduce the time you spend in the shower. Also, you could choose to limit your laundry use to full loads, since each load uses forty gallons on average.
- Limit Chemical Usage. Another sure way to limit your expenses regarding Glenmoore septic and sewer services is to refrain from using drain clogging cleaners like Drain-O. They only provide immediate relief… while causing long-term damage to your septic system. The bacteria that help the decomposition of solid waste are killed when you use these chemicals, which will lead to contaminated groundwater.. defeating the entire purpose of your septic system. Instead of using these chemicals, try hot water.
- Don’t plant trees or shrubs near your septic system. Planting shrubs near your tank will indubitably make Glenmoore septic and sewer services expense rise beyond your means. Plant roots that are near septic tanks often interrupt piping or break the tank altogether. Trust us: don’t mess with mother nature!
- Keep surface water away from the drainfield! Water from rain or snow will saturate your drainfield, which you really don’t want to happen. You should route a roof drain or install a sump pump to discharge excess water. This is one of the main causes of premature system failures, so be sure to keep your drainfield from becoming overloaded.
Consult TriCo Water today to have your 19343 septic and sewer services maintained today. We will address all of your septic and sewer concerns and install any fixtures. We can also make any necessary repairs.
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