A septic tank service should come out to your home on a regular basis to check for issues and to potentially empty your tank. But there are also things that you can do in the interim to make sure that the tank is working properly. Take Steps for Safety Before discussing ways to monitor your tank, it’s important to know what not to do. For instance, you should never lean over the tank or stick your head inside to see the conditions.…
Read More »Septic tanks are not a one-size-fits-all type of purchase, with tanks being made in a variety of sizes to accommodate any household. These tips will help you determine how big of a septic tank you need. The City and State Regulations Start by figuring out what type of regulations your city or state may have when it comes to septic tank sizes, since that may ultimately guide your decision to not get a septic tank that is too small.…
Read More »When you are buying a new house with a septic tank, one of the first things you should do with your septic tank is have it inspected and possibly get it pumped. You want to make sure that your septic tank will work for many years to come. If this is the first time you have had a septic tank, you may not really know how it works or why it needs to be pumped.…
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