How Often Should the Septic Tank Be Pumped Out?
The answer to that question will depend largely on the size the septic tank and how many people are living in the home. The larger the tank, the less frequently it will need to be pumped out. The same is true if fewer people live in the home. Therefore, a large septic tank in a home that has one person may go for many years without needed to be pumped out.
Conversely, a smaller septic tank with a home that has many residents may need to be pumped out every couple of years. Again, it all depends on the size of the tank and number of people in the home. Additional factors include the maintenance performed on the septic tank which reduces the burden of the waste that is being processed.
The most obvious effect of a septic tank that is not pumped out is that eventually the waste inside will form a sludge layer high enough to back up the sewage lines. This means that your septic tank will no longer perform its primary job.
When the septic tank becomes overloaded, the waste will have to go somewhere if it cannot reach the drainfield. The result is that the tank itself becomes compromised and the contents leak out into the ground. Eventually, the waste will reach the surface which creates another set of issues. If not properly addressed, the septic tank will have to be replaced which may be an expensive proposition. It is why pumping out the septic tank when needed should be carried out by the professionals.
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