Septic Tank Cleaning in Keller TX for Well Performing Systems

by | Apr 12, 2016 | Construction and Maintenance

Septic tanks are wastewater treatment systems vital to residences in rural areas with no public wastewater service. Septic Tank Cleaning in Keller TX keeps the basin that holds sludge from wastewater clean and the surface from corroding. A septic tank can go on functioning at optimal capacity for many years with regular maintenance and repairs. Since all the working parts are underground, special equipment can assist in inspecting components. Fiber-optic cameras fit through small spaces to reach deep into the soil. The level of wastewater can be seen to make note of how much needs to be extracted. The cameras show where watermarks are so the inspector can see how it has changed throughout its use. Septic Tank Cleaning in Keller TX is done as an added service to tank pumping. Pump service is a fundamental part of septic tank care. Ignoring this requirement will lead to wastewater backflow and flooding of the drain field.

The way septic tanks are used contributes to the life of the system. Some formulas for household cleaning products can be harmful to the system. Harsh chemicals in the products can cause corrosion on the surface of equipment. It’s advised not to do more than five loads of laundry a day. Washing machines use nearly 30 gallons of water per cycle. The system takes more water than it can handle at once with multiple loads of laundry. Septic service technicians give customers instructions for proper use of their unit.

It’s mandatory that certified trained technicians install new septic tanks. Incompetent installation by an untrained workers can turn into a public health problem with the risk of soil contamination and wastewater escaping into the property of others. Also, the land needs to be surveyed to find the best place for tank installation without disturbing nearby underground equipment. Customers getting service are asked to explain how water is generally used by everyone in the household from day to day. This helps them make a good estimate for how often pump service is needed and the appropriate tank size for new installation. Click here to get a free estimate and to have land surveyed for installation.

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