Our team at John E. Byrd, Jr. Trucking and Tractor Service LLC knows your home is important to you, and we want to help you take care of it. To do that, we offer a comprehensive range of septic services to keep your septic system in good working order. One of the most essential parts of septic maintenance is regular septic tank pumping, and our team has put together this article to help you ensure this service goes smoothly. Keep reading to learn about a few of the most common mistakes homeowners make when it comes to septic pumping, and how you can avoid them.
- Not Preparing the Tank Access Area – One obstacle that can stand in the way of efficient septic tank pumping service is a cluttered access area. If the area surrounding your septic tank is overgrown or cluttered with debris, it becomes harder for our truck and technicians to get into the tank to begin the pumping process. To prevent this issue, we encourage you to give the area around your tank some attention by removing debris, trimming overgrowth, mowing the lawn, etc.
- Not Knowing Where the Tank Access Is – Believe it or not, sometimes our team shows up at a job site only to find that the homeowner has no idea where their septic tank is located. Obviously, we can’t begin pumping the tank until we know where it is, and searching for it can significantly delay the pumping process itself. If you want to ensure we can pump your tank as efficiently as possible, check your home’s records or talk to the previous owners to make sure you know where the tank access is located so you can lead us there when we arrive.
- Messing Up the Tank Ecosystem – A third mistake that makes septic tank pumping and septic maintenance in general harder is messing up the tank’s ecosystem. Your septic tank uses beneficial bacteria to break down solid waste, and introducing the wrong substances into this ecosystem can throw off this biological process. To ensure your tank ecosystem continues to work properly, avoid flushing any non-biodegradable items down the drain, including diapers, wipes, dental floss, etc. In addition, avoid introducing food scraps (such as eggshells or coffee grounds) or fats, oils, or grease into the tank. Finally, avoid flushing harsh chemicals, including drain cleaner.