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If you’re looking to buy a home located in a rural area or off-grid then chances are the property depends on an on-site wastewater treatment system. Oftentimes, these properties are NOT connected to a centralized sewer system and rely on a septic tank installation instead.
For home buyers who are interested in off-grid or rural homes, a septic inspection is just as important as an electrical or plumbing inspection. A reliable septic company like Septic Blue of Lakeland can handle this for you, but it’s worth understanding some background.
In this brief article brought to you by Septic Blue, we offer some insight into septic system ownership. We’ll review maintenance tasks such as septic tank pumping and cleaning as well as potential issues to beware.
There are many moving (and constant) parts that go into a septic system, but the three primary players are the septic tank, drain field, and vital bacteria:
A professional inspection provides insight into the system’s condition and helps identify potential issues before you close the deal. During the inspection, the septic specialist will examine the tank for structural integrity and any signs of wear or damage. They’ll also make sure the drain field is functioning correctly and isn’t waterlogged or clogged.
The inspector will also evaluate the septic system’s age and capacity to make sure it can handle another year of containing and treating the waste and wastewater from your property. Older systems or tanks that are too small for the household size can spell trouble down the line.
Annual inspections are essential in making sure your septic system is operating as intended, but routine maintenance is what ensures smooth-sailing. Here are the key tasks every septic system owner should know about:
In addition to performing routine maintenance, make sure to practice water conservation and be mindful of goes down the drain. Avoid flushing non-biodegradable items and harsh chemicals.
Annual septic inspections and routine maintenance once every 3 to 5 years are fundamental, but you should also watch out for signs of trouble that indicate you need an urgent septic tank repair. Warning signs include slow drainage in multiple drains, backups in multiple sinks and tubs, and patches of overly lush and green grass in the yard.
If you need urgent assistance, then call the professionals at Septic Blue of Lakeland to request an emergency dispatch. We are ready when you are.