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Licensed Septic System Company

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A Good Septic Company Who’s Licensed and Insured

When doing a search for “septic system” you will find many companies offering products that will amazingly clear up all of your septic problems and save you the cost of having to install new leach fields.

When considering a product like this I think a little common sense must be exercised. First of all, let’s consider a few things before you rush out and purchase one of these products.

The first thing you want to think about is what type of septic system do you have? In a traditional gravel system there are a few common things that will cause your septic system to fail. I have listed these below.

Outlet baffle has disintegrated and solid material is making its way into the leach fields. Keep in mind that some older tanks do not have a center wall baffle dividing the tank into two separate compartments — when this happens there is nothing to prevent solid material from making its way into the drain field once the outlet baffle has failed.

I won’t go into other issues regarding the failure of alternative septic systems as the reasons for failure are just too many to list in one short writing. Suffice it to say you should go back to the original installer of your system and let them do the troubleshooting. The reasons for alternative septic system failure can be the same as those listed above, but can also be attributed to the mechanical components. If you are overly ambitious you can attempt to educate yourself on how your alternative septic system works and troubleshoot yourself, but I believe it wise to find a professional and have them assess the situation. Often times a good installer will be willing to troubleshoot the problem for free and provide you an estimate to repair the work. Best to call a Licensed Septic System Company to be certain your waste water tank and drain field are working properly.

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Septic Tank Repair

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When you need septic tank repairs – Call to day for service today!

Do you know people who have had to spend thousands of dollars for the repair or replacement of their septic systems? How about the expense of cleaning up or repairing the house and yard from damage caused by septic backup? Septic system backups create unhealthy and very unpleasant smelling conditions on your property, both inside the house as well as outside the house. If you have a septic system on your property, septic tank pumping should be a very high priority and concern.

Recommendations to avoid costly septic repairs

All septic tanks need to be pumped out (emptied) and the system inspected periodically. How often should you have your system pumped and inspected? Most septic service companies in Molalla recommend septic tank pumping is done every 3 to 5 years, depending on several variables. Those variables are septic tank size, number of people in the household and the amount of water going into the system.

Inspect often, Repair less…

Having your septic system inspected can save money in costly repairs or replacement. Your local septic service company can inspect the valves, drain field, water inlet and outlets and the general condition of your tank to catch problems before they become a costly repair. Most septic tank pumping and service companies in Molalla will be able to make the repairs or replacements. Your local septic service company can also recommend additives to your tank to help control the sludge and scum that can be part of that expensive septic system failure that you want to avoid.

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Drain Field Installation

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Septic tank systems become clogged with roots in the leach lines, leach field, drain field or seepage field, causing backup of wastewater into the house. The inexpensive fix is to use copper sulfate through an installed clean out or septic field pump.

Septic tank drain field systems

Septic tank systems do not last forever and replacing one is a very expensive proposition. If your house is connected to the city sewer system, then you do not have a septic tank. A septic tank can be described as your very own little sewage treatment plant. There are three basic elements of a septic system:

  1. The septic line that carries sewage and waste water from your house to the tank. There is usually a cleanout plug at the house-end it so that you can run a snake down it to remove obstructions.
  2. The septic tank itself where sewage is held while undergoing decomposition. This is underground, probably under a grassy area, and has a cover that is usually buried in residential installations.
  3. The leach field, also referred to as a drain field or seepage field. This is a branching network of underground porous trenches, pipes or something similar that carries the clear liquid from the septic tank throughout adjacent soil where it is absorbed.

 

A clogged leach drain field

Eventually leach fields become clogged because the roots from trees and other vegetation are attracted to the nutrient-rich effluent. The roots grow through the pores intended to drain the liquid, seepage gradually slows or stops.

If sufficient pressure cannot be released through the pores of the leach field, the entire septic system cannot accept any more waste water and it backs up in the house, usually at a low point such as a shower or tub drain. If it gets that bad, you may have to replace the entire leach field. In many localities, that will require a building permit and meeting current building codes, which means replacing the entire septic system, which is expensive, etc.

Kill roots around your drain field with copper sulfate

Since this is obviously something to avoid, you can often extend the life of the old system by taking action when sewage flow has slowed, but not completely stopped. Copper sulfate kills roots. If it can be placed into the system so that it will flow through the leach field, the roots will die (but not the plants) and waste water will begin to flow more freely again after a few weeks. In many systems, this isn’t as easy as it sounds, because copper sulfate is so heavy that it will settle to the bottom of the septic tank unless inserted into the leach line leading from the tank. If you have a cleanout or other access there, you’re all set, but many residential systems do not. I prefer the crystal form over the powder because it’s easier to handle, cheaper and dissolves more slowly, .

Install a leach line clean out to your drain field

If necessary, it is not very expensive to have a cleanout installed in the leach line expressly for the purpose of adding copper sulfate periodically. If that still doesn’t quite work, or if you want to be sure the stuff is going to flow more quickly, you can pump it through the leach field.

It is possible to install a pump on the leach line cleanout between the septic tank and the leach field. It can be buried below ground level or installed above ground and concealed with landscape bushes. The pump turns on and off automatically to maintain a slight pressure on the waste water, pushing it through the pores of the seepage field. Adding copper sulfate at intervals through a cleanout at this point is effective to drive the chemical towards the offending roots.

Killing the roots may extend the life of the septic system a few years, but it will ultimately need to be replaced with a completely modern one—unless you can successfully lobby for a neighborhood hook-up, of course.

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Septic Tank Pumping

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Preparing Your Budget For Septic Tank Pumping Cost

Your septic tank is an important role-player in your plumbing system. It’s a large container that’s made from concrete, plastic or fiberglass and buried underground, somewhere in your yard. The primary role of your septic tank is to hold all the wastewater that you produce whenever you use your plumbing. Everyday activities such as taking a bath, cooking, cleaning the house or your car, watering the plants or using the toilet all contribute to the amount of sewage that you produce. Another important function that the tank serves is the filtration of sewage wherein solid wastes are separated from the liquid. The liquid will then be transported into the drain field and then treated for future use again. Now with all these being said, you should know that the septic tank can only hold so much sewage. The decomposition of wastewater takes time and the continuous supply of sewage into the tank will sooner or later fill it to the brim. Now when that happens, plumbing problems will arise which may range from slow draining to blockages or worse, backups.

How much is the septic tank pumping cost?

In a report published by Home Advisor, the average cost of septic tank pumping ranges from $455 to $623. However, note that the minimum reported cost is $200 and the maximum is at $840. Remember that plumbing services vary across states and the areas where they are provided. Just consult a professional who can give you an accurate quote for this service. What’s important is that you’ll set a specific percentage of your budget for a pump-out because it is truly an indispensable maintenance measure that will keep your tank at tip-top shape for the years to come.

How often should you pump out your septic tank?

Annually is the best maintenance plan to pump you septic system. Keeping ahead of the cleaning and pumping sure to come will keep you from unwanted back-ups and delays being able to use your sinks, showers and toilets.

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Septic Tank Cleaning

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What is Septic Tank Cleaning?

Septic tank systems are common in rural areas. Homes that are not attached to a municipal sewer system use these as a form of sewage treatment. A septic system carries the waste from a home into the septic tank. Regular maintenance and checks are required to keep it all working the way it should. Over a period of time, the sludge builds up in the container. It is necessary to pump out this sludge and keep the tank working the way it should.

Symptoms Of A Choked Septic Tank

There are some distinct symptoms that indicate a sludge build up and you will need to hire the services of a reliable septic tank cleaning company to have it cleaned out once every few years. These personnel are trained in carrying out sewage treatment and pumping. You should call them the minute you detect foul odor in the vicinity of your home. Water accumulation in the yard or above the container is another indicator that there is a blockage. Do not delay in calling them the minute you notice any of these indicators.

Professional Septic Cleaning Companies

Professional cleaning companies have trucks that have powerful vacuum pumps attached to them. They carry out the job in an efficient manner. The tank will have some water in it even when the sludge has been cleaned out. This is very normal and cleaning the tank regularly is very important. Annually is best, cleaning your tank and having it inspected for any repairs or replacement if necessary. A good clean flowing septic system makes for a healthy environment, both inside your house and outside.

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