Expert Contributor by David DiGregorio & TJ Dell’Arciprete
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Delaware Valley Septic, Sewer & Storm
COMMON MYTHS
ABOUT YOUR ON-SITE SEPTIC SYSTEM
Many homeowners whose home has an on-site septic system may need a better understanding of their system, for best longterm use and to avoid issues. Might you unknowingly believe any of these four common myths about on-site septic systems?
down into the tank. Whatever the reason, you must call your septic system provider right away so that the problem can be diagnosed and resolved before sewage goes where it shouldn’t.
I don’t need to pump my septic tank if everything is flowing fine.
Most homeowners think that pumping their septic tank gives an overall view on how the system is performing. That is not true. Of the many components that make up a septic system, the most important part is the drain field. When you hire a company to come and pump your septic tank, they are not locating the drain field and checking effluent levels. The only way to check the whole system is to perform an inspection before the pumping. Once the inspection has been performed, the septic company can better assist you in keeping your system running correctly.
How your septic system is flowing today does not guarantee how it will flow tomorrow! A septic tank should be pumped every one to three years, depending on the number of occupants. The more occupants, the shorter the time frame. If you don’t pump your septic tank, then the solids and debris will build up and make their way into the septic system’s drain field. That can cause significant damage. Pumping your septic tank is the best thing you can do to maintain your system and it is much cheaper than a yearly sewer bill.
My alarm is going off, so my tank must be full. If your septic system contains a pump tank, then an alarm in your house will alert you when something is not right. Some homeowners mistakenly think the only time that alarm sounds is when it’s time to have the tank pumped. That’s NOT the only reason; the alarm can indicate many other things. Your pump could have shorted out from a storm; the wiring could have become compromised; or a float could have failed or fallen
Pumping my tank is an overall inspection of the system.
I’ve never had a problem, so my system is fine. Most homeowners don’t find out they have a problem until they put their house on the market and the buyers perform an inspection. Just because you don’t see any issues on the surface doesn’t mean there isn’t one below the surface. The best way to keep up with your septic system is to have it inspected every few years. By avoiding these misconceptions, you can stay prepared and detect issues as they come up. NS
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