How to Maintain a Septic Pond
A septic tank disposes of household waste by channeling it into soil. If you have a septic tank outside your home, you probably know that it needs regular maintenance to function correctly. Proper care will ensure that no excess waste will escape and damage your property. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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How to Maintain a Septic Tank from Indoors
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Avoid flushing items that might clog up your septic pipes. According to Inspect NY, you should never flush diapers, napkins, tampons or chemical cleaners down your toilet.
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Limit use of your garbage disposal. Garbage disposals send more solid waste---which is harder to break down---to your septic tank for processing.
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Conserve water in your house. According to the Maryland Cooperative Extension, you can avoid stressing your septic tank by limiting your shower time and cutting back on dishwasher use. You should also check your indoor plumbing for leaks.
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Stratify use of your appliances. You can avoid straining your tank by keeping the dishwasher and laundry off when the shower is on. Try to do laundry and dishes during midday, when it is less likely that someone in your house will need a shower.
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Never pour oils or fats in the drain. These can build up and clog your pipes over time.
How to Maintain a Septic Tank from Outdoors
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Direct runoff away from the land above the septic tank. This will prevent the area from becoming saturated with excess water.
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Pump your tank every two to five years. This will prevent waste particles from escaping the tank and polluting the surrounding areas.
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Hire a licensed professional. A good contractor or plumber will clean your tank completely and pump waste out through the manhole. Ask him to remove all waste from the tank.
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