Septic Systems Dos and Don'ts

Fellow New Yorker, for those of you new to the homeowner world I’d like to start by introducing a very important part of your home. A section of your property that does all of the dirty work and receives very little appreciation let alone retweets thanking it for a job well done. This crucial member of your home is called a septic system. 

The most important part of your septic system is the septic tank which is a watertight, underground container for receiving, treating and settling human waste. Septic systems are low maintenance systems which provide reliable service for 20 years or longer. Septic systems are important because they add value to your property and keep your loved ones safe with proper maintenance. The level of maintenance and frequency of issues can be reduced greatly by knowing how to recognize these problems and taking steps to protect your septic system.

A septic system is just a physical manifestation of the water you use in your everyday life. The most critical element of any septic system is to limit the amount of water which enters the system. The lower the volume of water, the more efficient your system will be. That means you now have a new reason to limit the amount of water you utilize on household chores. All you have to do is make a few basic changes to your lifestyle and that ensures longevity to your septic system.   

For starters only wash full loads of clothes and dishes. This will not only help reduce the amount of water in your septic system but also help keep your water bill down and help the planet. Take shorter showers and install water conserving shower heads. Also, installing water conserving toilets will also make a very large difference in water usage. More important factors to look at when it comes to water usage are leaks and drips. Most of us simply ignore needed repairs or put them off because we have more important things to take care of. You may not know this but this wastes a lot of water as well as causes a constant influx of water into the septic system. Repair all water leaks or dripping faucets as quickly as possible.

If you are using a garbage disposal at your home, know that the debris from the disposal will not break down properly in your septic system causing an accumulation of sludge in the bottom of the tank. This will ultimately increase the frequency with which you have to pump your septic system. Trees are also considered a problem. Avoid planting trees or large shrubs over any element of your septic system. The root systems of these plants will clog piping and damage your septic tank. You want to have only healthy lawn. Grass helps with evaporation and is a good alternative. Do not under any circumstance allow vehicle traffic over the septic system. No septic system known to man is intended to support the weight of an average vehicle. The result can be catastrophic. Cracked distribution crushed pipes and last but not least, a damaged septic tank.

When you limit the amount of water that enters your septic tank, you ensure the safety of your septic system and your home for a longer period of time. For those worried about the condition of your septic tank system, Jones Septic is a family owned and operated business with over 60 years in the septic industry. Jones offers prompt services at competitive prices and has the customer satisfaction you can trust.  With Jones Septic in New York, you get septic pumping Patterson NY, septic pumping BangallNY, septic pumping Annandale on Hudson NY and septic pumping North East NY. With their free estimates and round the clock service, Jones Septic clearly are your go to guys, call Jones Today.