There always comes that day when it’s time to call the septic pumping Lagrange NY company and have your system cleaned, pumped, inspected, and/or possibly repaired. And when they come, you’ll probably hear them using an assortment of terminology that you’ve never in your life heard before. It almost seems like they’re speaking a different language, yet they’re performing maintenance to a part of your home that could cause serious damage to your property if mishandled. If you happen to be the type that likes to know what’s going on, we’ve compiled a list of terms and definitions for you so that the next time we come to your house we can talk septic pumping shop for as long as you please.
1. Absorption Area:
This is the section of your septic system that distributes the built up wastewater into the surrounding soil. The water enters the absorption area once bacteria in the tanks have already cleaned it.
2. Distribution Device:
When a septic system distributes its water into the absorption area, it is important that no one area has more water than others. The distribution device ensures that all water is distributed evenly on all sides.
3. Distribution Line:
This is the pipe that connects the septic system to the absorption area. It’s imperative that you, the owner, maintain this pipe by remaining conscious of the amount of water you use, but also that you are consistent with cleanings.
4. Curtain Drain:
The curtain drain is underground. It controls the groundwater so that it does not enter the sewage system. These are especially useful and important when the septic system happens to be in a particularly moist drain field. Especially in rainy seasons, when the soil is especially wet, the curtain drain, also referred to as an intercept drain, is crucial.
5. Gas Baffle:
You can find this device on the tank’s exterior outlet. It prevents gas bubbles from forming in the outlet. It also, more importantly, stops solid chunks from passing through the system and into the soil. This is important because solid particles do not mix well with the soil, compared to liquid.
6. Scum:
This is the liquid material that floats to the top. It’s not as dense as water but is not solid either. Scum, over time, has a tendency to accumulate and stick to the walls of the tank. If you don’t clean your tank regularly, scum can build up and create blockage, which eventually an cause the whole system to malfunction.
You’re nearly an expert! Nearly. You’ve still got a bit left to learn. A few more terms and maybe some tutorial videos. After all, we can’t give away all our secrets! So for the time being, maybe you should still leave the dirty work to the professionals. Jones Septic is the number 1 septic pumping Lagrange NY company. To set up an appointment for a cleaning, pumping, or any form of septic tank maintenance, give us a call today at .
