Imagine waiting to change the oil in your car. More likely than not, your vehicle will break down and your engine will suffer the consequences. The point of changing the oil in your car is to protect your investment and sustain a long life for the car. All of this applies to septic tanks, too. The average necessary pumping frequency is between 3 and 5 years. However, the amount of time depends on the size of the tank and the number of occupants in the house using the tank. Waiting an extra year won’t cause serious harm to your system, but neglecting it will shorten its lifespan. Dutchess County NY Septic Tank Pumping services will answer all of your questions about septic tanks.
Why you have to pump your system
When waste and materials enter the septic tank from your house, the solid matter stays in the tank and eventually becomes “sludge.” This is something that should never enter your septic tank. In order to prevent sludge, pump your tank on a regular basis. It’s dangerous when sludge accumulates and starts exiting the tank toward the absorption area.
Backups and bad smells
A neglected septic tank is sure to back up because the drainfield is clogged with sludge. Always pump it before it starts to back up in the house or onto the lawn. Unfortunately, at this stage, pumping the tank is only a short-term fix. Long term solutions will be a major repair or expensive replacement. Furthermore, strong septic odor or waste water can gather in puddles on your lawn. This is another indication that your tank needs significant repair.
Don’t wait to pump
It’s common for people to use their septic system for a long time before pumping it if they don’t see any evidence of backup. And chances are it’ll take a long time – up to 20 years – before backup starts. However, the “out of sight, out of mind” mentality isn’t one you should adopt. Pump early to prevent sludge and backup.
Trouble reselling
If you’re thinking about selling your home in the near future, think again if you’ve neglected your septic system. Remember to do this way beforehand to stay coordinated with the septic inspection survey. This is a required step with a real estate closing. If you don’t pass the inspection, you won’t be able to sell.
Investing in the costs now to regularly maintain and pump your septic tank will save you a ton of money later on. All of the points mentioned here are reasons why you need to pump your tank! Contact Jones Septic with Dutchess Country NY Septic Tank Pumping – the answer to all your septic problems. Call us today at (845) 452-1123.
