One of the great advantages to owning a septic tank is that the maintenance for it is minimal. Normally, a septic tank can be emptied every 3 to 5 years, meaning the cost to maintain a septic tank is very low. That being said, if your septic tank is overflowing often and costing you more money than you intended, there is most likely something wrong with your tank. Below are a couple of reasons why your septic tank may be overflowing.
Incorrect Size
If your septic tank keeps overflowing, it may not be big enough for all of the people using it. Your septic tank should coincide with the size of your home and family, and if not, your tank will receive more water than it’s capable of holding.
Overuse
If your family is abusing their use of water, such as taking baths multiple times a day, or any activities they may be doing in which their using more water than was expected, it could cause your septic tank to overflow. This can occur even when your septic tank is the correct size for your household.
Hazardous Chemicals
The bacteria in your septic tank is an important part of your system because it breaks down solid waste. When you put hazardous household items down your drainage system such as chemical cleaners, latex, or prescription pills, they could be killing the bacteria. When this happens, the waste accumulates and leaves less space for water, causing it to overflow.
Leaks
Although leaks can let water out, it also lets water in, as well as dirt and mud. This extra water and dirt can cause your tank to overflow.
Although septic tanks are cheap to maintain, if yours is constantly overflowing the costs may be getting high. At Jones Septic Services, we will inspect your tank to ensure this problem gets resolved. We also offer services in Poughkeepsie NY septic tank cleaning, Poughkeepsie NY septic tank repairs, and Poughkeepsie NY septic tank inspections.
