When you are choosing the type of septic system you want for your home, you pretty much have two different choices: you can either go with a traditional system or you can go with an alternative septic system that is totally different. If you are like most average homeowners, you really will not know enough about either option to make the best decision for your home. Take a look at some of what you should know about alternative and traditional septic systems so you can be better prepared to pick the right setup for your home.
Read More
How long has it been since you had your septic tank pumped out? Do you even know when your septic tank was last cleaned? Many people don't know or forget to keep track of how long it's been since the last time someone cleaned out their septic tank. While this isn't necessarily the worst thing in the world, it is still something that can lead to trouble. There are a number of sometimes-subtle signs that something is amiss that you may have been overlooking or ignoring up until this point.
Read More
Whether you are remodeling your home on your own or you've hired a professional to do the work for you, you want the project to go along as smoothly as possible. Unfortunately, if someone has to use the restroom and you have water services cut off, or access to the bathroom is harder than normal, a simple request to use the restroom by anyone in your family can halt the entire project for several moments at a time.
Read More
Septic systems can be fickle, but for the most part, they're straightforward. As long as you're careful about what you send down your drains and get your tank emptied on a regular basis, you shouldn't experience backups beyond an occasional clog. If your septic system is backing up continuously even after you've had your tank pumped, however, this can be indicative of a few different problems with your system that will need to be quickly addressed.
Read More
Your septic tank needs to be properly maintained to help keep it function. This includes checking the tank for cracks, clearing clogs from the pipes, and cleaning the tank. Technically, you can have septic services performed any time of the year. However, there are many benefits to having these services done in the spring, after the ground around the tank begins to thaw. Here are a few of the benefits of having septic tank pumping services performed in spring.
Read More
