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The septic tank system is one of the most beneficial small scale wastewater treatment plants. It is ideal for residential applications, particularly for regions which are not serviced sufficiently by municipal or private sewage disposal networks. Typically, you will enjoy long-term service after installing your septic tank and associated components. However, if the system is not maintained as expected, your property will become prone to sewage contamination due to leaks and blockage. Moreover, the subsequent damage will result in high operational and repair costs. Therefore, consider using these outlined guidelines to improve septic tank performance and prolong its lifespan.

Reduce Water Disposal

A high flow of water into the septic tank can compromise the efficiency of the treatment system. In simple terms, a septic tank relies on bacteria to decompose the waste flowing in from your property. If water flows continually and in high volumes into the container, the volume of waste will increase unnecessarily and the bacteria will be unable to perform complete treatment. Therefore, you should reduce your water consumption to improve tank performance. Ideally, you should install low-flow, high-efficiency outlets, including faucets, showers and toilets. You should also avoid doing several loads of laundry at once. In addition, repair every leakage in a timely manner.

Dispose Waste Responsibly

The performance of your septic tank can be significantly affected by the type of waste disposed into the system. Therefore, you should ensure that the treatment system is used to handle only appropriate waste. In general, you should avoid pouring in products which can interfere with the life of biological organisms. As mentioned, septic tanks rely on bacteria for the decomposition process. Therefore, if these are killed and their population affected, your treatment system will not work as expected. Dangerous materials include chemical drain cleaners, solvents, oil-based paint, and oils. In addition, you should never dispose of items which cannot be decomposed efficiently into the tank. These include wipes, tampons, paper towels, sanitary towels, cigarette butts, and condoms.

Pump the Tank Frequently

The sludge which remains in the tank after treatment must be pumped out and disposed of periodically for ideal septic system performance. It is advisable to follow the manufacturer's recommendations on the method and frequency of the waste disposal process. However, the details should be varied appropriately, depending on your specific circumstances. For instance, the frequency of pumping will depend on usage habits, tank size and volume of solids accumulated.

For the best long-term results, engage a septic treatment technician for the maintenance processes. To learn more about septic tanks, contact a company like Econocycle.