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What Happens When You Stop Pumping Your Septic Tank
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What Happens When You Stop Pumping Your Septic Tank

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What Happens When You Stop Pumping Your Septic Tank

We've said it once, and we will say it again: pumping your septic tank is an essential part of septic system maintenance. Not only will it prolong your system, but it may also help your wallet down the road, saving you money from avoided septic repairs. However, some still are not convinced. So, we thought we would try a different tactic. Here is a look at how your systems feel when you don't pump your septic tank. Your Septic Tank is a Waste Holding Tank While some waste and wastewater treatment happens in your septic [...]

By Advanced Septic Services|2020-06-03T18:27:10+00:00June 2nd, 2020|Septic Systems, Septic Tank Care|

The Best Toilet Paper for Septic Systems
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The Best Toilet Paper for Septic Systems

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The Best Toilet Paper for Septic Systems

It’s easy to underestimate septic problems if you’ve never experienced one. And truth be told, what gets flushed down your toilet plays a huge role in how well your septic will perform for years to come. Make no mistake… your septic is not a mystical portal, where all of the waste just magically disappears. In order for a septic system to function properly, waste needs to be allowed to break-down and biodegrade. If you consistently use toilet paper that doesn’t break down properly, it can accumulate, lead to the creation of ‘septic sludge,’ and can eventually back up your [...]

By Advanced Septic Services|2020-05-12T19:57:25+00:00May 12th, 2020|Septic Systems, Septic Tank Care|

5 Common Septic System Misconceptions
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5 Common Septic System Misconceptions

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5 Common Septic System Misconceptions

It's no secret that your septic system is a vital component of your home's plumbing system. In fact, we have hundreds of articles about just that! To keep your septic happy and healthy, you want to follow the right tips, while ignoring septic system misconceptions. That's right. It's not just bigfoot that's a myth (although we know at least one person will want to debate that statement). Some septic myths are floating around, as well. Do you want to avoid spending thousands of dollars on a septic system repair? If so, keep reading to learn about five common septic [...]

By Advanced Septic Services|2019-10-21T18:54:28+00:00October 21st, 2019|Septic Systems, Septic Tank Care|

Maintaining Your Restaurant’s Septic System
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Maintaining Your Restaurant’s Septic System

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Maintaining Your Restaurant’s Septic System

Your restaurant's septic system is a vital component of keeping your guests healthy and happy. While not at the forefront of your mind as a restaurant owner, your commercial septic system has the responsibility of processing all waste from your diners. A failing septic system can jeopardize your entire business. Here are just a few consequences of having a septic system malfunction. The backup of wastewater from your septic tank into your restaurant's drains and toilets. Adverse health effects from exposure to untreated wastewater. Hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars in septic system repairs. If you want to avoid these consequences, [...]

By Advanced Septic Services|2019-09-30T16:12:10+00:00September 30th, 2019|Septic Systems, Septic Tank Care|

What to Expect During a Septic Pump-Out
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What to Expect During a Septic Pump-Out

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What to Expect During a Septic Pump-Out

If your septic tank is full and needs a septic pump-out, it's time to call your trusted septic professional. However, if this is your first septic tank pumping experience, you may be a little confused about what to expect during the service. Knowing what to expect during a septic pump-out can save you time and give you some insight into how your system works. This guide will explain what you should expect when your septic tank needs to be pumped. What to Expect Before, During and After a Septic Pump-Out Expect the Service Provider to Ask [...]

By Advanced Septic Services|2019-09-09T17:13:31+00:00September 9th, 2019|Septic Tank Care|

5 Signs of a Healthy Septic Tank
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5 Signs of a Healthy Septic Tank

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5 Signs of a Healthy Septic Tank

Your septic tank is essential for storing and breaking down the wastewater your home produces every day. Keeping your septic tank healthy not only keeps it working correctly, but it also prolongs it's life and saves you money. For this reason, knowing the signs of a healthy septic tank helps you stay on the right track. 5 Signs of a Healthy Septic Tank Your Lawn is Healthy, But Not too Healthy One visible sign of a failing septic tank is a disproportionately-green lawn. Since your septic tank and drain field exist below ground, the [...]

By Advanced Septic Services|2019-08-19T19:02:02+00:00August 19th, 2019|Septic Tank Care|

3 Tips for Avoiding Septic Tank Repair
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3 Tips for Avoiding Septic Tank Repair

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3 Tips for Avoiding Septic Tank Repair

For homes with septic systems, septic tanks have the essential job of holding all waster and wastewater for treatment. And with it residing underground, the rule of thumb is consulting a professional when dealing with pump-outs, repairs, and maintenance. However, you should always be mindful of how your septic tank works. That way, you can adequately take the initiative if something is amiss. Below are three important things everyone should know about their septic system and how to avoid septic tank repair. 3 Things to Know About Your Septic System and How to Avoid [...]

By Advanced Septic Services|2019-08-06T19:13:11+00:00August 6th, 2019|Septic Tank Care|

Septic Safe Dishwashing — Preserving Your Septic System
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Septic Safe Dishwashing — Preserving Your Septic System

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Septic Safe Dishwashing — Preserving Your Septic System

Even though it has a big (and gross) job, your septic system is actually quite delicate. It is why we always talk about maintenance, "Do Not Flush" rules, and treating your system kindly. So it shouldn't come as any surprise we have a few septic safe dishwashing tips up our sleeves. Septic safe dishwashing comes down to water conservation, using your trash over your garbage disposal and using the best soaps for your system. It doesn't need to be difficult, just septic safe! Septic Safe Dishwashing Rules When washing your dishes (both by hand [...]

By Advanced Septic Services|2020-04-28T16:14:44+00:00July 26th, 2019|Septic Systems, Septic Tank Care|

Prolonging the Life of Your Septic System & Septic Tank Care
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Prolonging the Life of Your Septic System & Septic Tank Care

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Prolonging the Life of Your Septic System & Septic Tank Care

Your septic tank serves a vital purpose in your household, and it must be cared for like any other important unit. Failing to care for your septic system properly can cause an expensive malfunction, repair, and a disgusting mess. It's one of the reasons we are always talking about proper septic tank care! In this article, you'll learn about four essential tips that help you prolong the life of your septic system. Septic Tank Care & Prolonging the Life of Your Septic System 1. Inspect Your Pump Frequently Septic systems are made up of [...]

By Advanced Septic Services|2019-07-19T16:34:24+00:00July 19th, 2019|Septic Tank Care|

RV’s and Septic Systems
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RV’s and Septic Systems

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RV’s and Septic Systems

It's summertime, which means vacations and family camping trips! Some of you may like camping with just a pack and tent on your bike, while others of you may enjoy the outdoors from the luxury of an RV. Yes, recreational vehicles. They're home on wheels, complete with bedrooms, a kitchen, and (that's right) a bathroom. This means that RVs come with their septic systems. You'd be surprised to learn that you can apply your knowledge of residential septic systems to your RV's system. But, there is always room for a few new tips about RV's and septic systems. Let's [...]

By Advanced Septic Services|2019-07-12T18:26:00+00:00July 12th, 2019|Septic Systems, Septic Tank Care|