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Read MoreI have a septic system, what does that mean?
When you have a septic system you are basically the operator of your own onsite waste water treatment facility. Along with this ownership comes responsibility. It is your job to ensure that the system is maintained and kept in proper working order. A malfunctioning septic system is not only an inconvenience to the home owner, but it can also pose a health risk to family members, the community and to the environment. Luckily a properly functioning system requires relatively little maintenance, but it is not maintenance free.
Read MoreHow does a septic system function?
A conventional septic system is a relatively simple system that relies on natural biological processes and gravity. A conventional septic system is composed of two parts: the tank and the disposal area (aka leaching area). In Arizona septic tanks are commonly made out of three materials: pre-cast concrete, fiberglass, and high density polyethylene, with pre-cast concrete being the most common. The purpose of the septic tank is to provide a location for the organic and inorganic matter to separate from the waste coming into the tank from the building. Once inside the tank, naturally occuring...
Read MoreHow do I maintain my septic system and why is it important?
Proper maintenance of a septic system begins with what you put down the drain. Unlike city sewer, a septic system has a design flow of so many gallons per day. If the design flow is exceeded on a regular basis, backups and problems with the leaching area may result. A way to estimate your home’s design flow is to multiply the number of bedrooms by 150 gallons per day. Following this example a three bedroom home would have an estimated design flow of 450 gallons per day. Keep in mind that the average family of four uses 150-250 gallons of water per day inside the home, but this number...
Read MoreI am careful with what I put down the drain do I still need to have my tank pumped?
This is a very common question and the answer is yes. The reason you need to have a septic tank pumped is because of retention time. Retention time is how long it takes for incoming waste to make its way through the septic tank and out to the disposal area. It is during this period of time that the solids suspended in the waste stream either settle to the bottom of the tank or float to the surface to form the scum layer. As the scum layer and solids build up over time the effective capacity of the tank is reduced. This reduction in effective capacity also causes a reduction the retention...
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