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Medications and Septic Systems: Are They Safe to Flush?

We all know that there are substances that should not be flushed or put down the kitchen sink. Grease, coffee grounds, baby wipes are some of them. But, what about expired or unwanted medications? Yes, these go on the “do not flush” list too. Medications and septic systems don’t get along, even if they are “expired.” Pharmaceuticals vs. Over the Counter Medications So, what are we talking about when we say medications? We don’t necessarily include over-the-counter medicines. In the case of medications and septic systems, we focus on the ones that are prescribed to you by a medical professional. [...]

By |2018-06-15T15:09:45+00:00June 15th, 2018|Septic Systems, Septic Tank Care|
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Tips for Avoiding Clogged Drains

Many calls we get begin with: "I think my septic tank is full. Can you come out and pump it?" While in some cases this is true, septic tanks usually only need to be emptied every 3-5 years. More often, the causes are clogged drains. Also, many of the items and practices causing drain clogs negatively impact your septic system as well. Here are a few tips for avoiding clogged drains while saving you a potential septic repair. Tips for Avoiding Clogged Drains Avoiding Bathroom Drain Clogs Regularly Remove and Clean the Stoppers The leading causes of bathroom clogs are [...]

By |2018-04-26T14:43:34+00:00April 26th, 2018|Septic Systems, Septic Tank Care|
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Kids and Septic Systems – Teaching Kids the Septic Rules

Healthy septic systems run smoothly and are often forgotten about, leaving them to do their job in silence. Because of this, it's sometimes hard to remember to treat your septic with care. Enter toddlers and kids. This careful treatment becomes exponentially harder when kids and septic systems begin interacting. So, what can you do? What areas demand your attention and education? What can you do to teach your kids how to use a septic system? Why Is It Important To Teach Kids About Septic Systems? Teaching toddlers and young kids about proper septic system use may not always be easy, [...]

By |2018-03-27T15:52:12+00:00March 8th, 2018|Septic Tank Care|
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Is Using a Garbage Disposal Safe For Septic Systems?

A common question that our Clermont FL septic company hears is, "Is Using a Garbage Disposal Safe For Septic Systems?" Although there are not any codes or regulations in Florida prohibiting the use of the garbage disposal with a septic system, we advise our customers to proceed with caution when using both together. The Garbage Disposal Isn't a Trash Can One of the reasons some Florida homeowners experience trouble with their septic tank is because they treat the garbage disposal like a trash cash. When they stuff vegetables, leftovers, macaroni, rice, grease, and anything that can fit down the drain, [...]

By |2021-11-03T21:37:15+00:00September 19th, 2017|Septic Tank Care|
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Do Septic Tank Additives Work?

You've seen the ads for Septic Tank Additives promising to save money and avoid septic company service calls, but do they really work? Millions of properties utilize a septic tank system for treating organic wastewater. Since the tank is underground, it’s easy to neglect or forget about the system until a problem arises. By the time that happens, things are to the point they are going to require professional help to repair. Many are wisely taking proactive measures to extend the life of their septic system. Things, like monitoring the drain-field and following the Do Not Flush rules, can go [...]

By |2018-07-19T19:05:57+00:00August 22nd, 2017|Septic Tank Care|
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5 Appliances That Could Be Hurting Your Septic System

With the increase of high capacity appliances in the home these days, you could be hurting your septic system without even knowing. By the time that you realize the combined impact of all these appliances, you may be knee-deep in waste calling a septic professional for an emergency repair. In our local area of Clermont FL we see two primary factors impacting the health septic systems, increase in unwanted solids and excessive water flow. While these can hurt the function and flow of the septic system, it can also affect the way the septic tank treats household waste. Rather than [...]

By |2022-05-18T18:40:20+00:00April 28th, 2017|Septic Tank Care|
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Bacteria In Septic Tanks – Don’t Upset The System

Although their work is not glamorous, bacteria in septic tanks are the work horses of your system. Keep the bacteria in your septic tank happy and healthy. While inspections and pumping go a long way, many are surprised to find that your septic tank is a living organism—at least the bacteria living there are. With trillions of bacteria naturally present and working to decompose the solid waste in your tank, it is important to know how to take care of them without upsetting the system. What Are The Bacteria Living In Your Tank? Bacteria are separated into two [...]

By |2017-08-22T17:45:51+00:00February 9th, 2017|Septic Tank Care|
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Septic Owners Beware Of Flushing So-Called Flushable Wipes

Cleaner. Fresher. Flushable. Two out of three things are correct when it comes to the newest bathroom craze - flushable wipes. With companies claiming “flushable”, “septic safe” and “dissolves as easy as toilet paper” plainly on their products, its becoming a big problem for septic systems and sewers alike. To State It Clearly— Don't Flush Flushable Wipes. Tests done by *ConsumerReports.org, independent labs, and home mythbusters clearly reveal the problem. When mixed with water, most toilet paper breaks apart in a matter of minutes. Not true with the so-called flushable wipe. Even after placing wipes in a blender for over [...]

By |2017-01-10T17:59:09+00:00January 10th, 2017|Septic Tank Care|
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Caring for Your Clermont Home Septic System

Caring for your home septic system doesn't have to be complicated, in fact, if you follow a few simple maintenance tips, you could save yourself a bundle of cash in repair bills. The key to proper septic tank upkeep comes down to four (4) elements; inspecting and pumping the system frequently, the efficient use of water, proper disposal of waste, and maintaining the drain-field. Here we have a comprehensive breakdown of these elements so you can take a more proactive approach to septic tank maintenance: 1. Inspecting and Pumping the Home Septic System It might come as a surprise that [...]

By |2017-08-24T19:33:55+00:00December 23rd, 2016|Septic Tank Care|
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Septic System Bathroom Signs and Poems For Sensitive Plumbing

Trying to tactfully remind guests to stop flushing items down the toilet? Use these septic system bathroom signs and poems to help protect your sensitive plumbing (and provide a laugh or two). Septic System Bathroom Signs Please do not throw anything in toilet except toilet paper. Our septic system thanks you! --- If you didn’t eat it or drink it then don’t flush it (…except for toilet paper). --- Clogging our septic is a serious issue, so PLEASE, flush only toilet tissue Do Not Flush Rules For Sensitive Plumbing Our home has sensitive plumbing. Thanks for flushing toilet tissue only. [...]

By |2017-01-10T18:11:18+00:00December 20th, 2016|Septic Tank Care|
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Advanced Septic Services is your Lake County, FL source for Septic Tanks, Drain Field Repair and Maintenance, Greasetrap Maintenance, Septic Pump Outs, and Septic System Inspections.

Advanced Septic Services
14300 Eastside St
Groveland FL 34736
(352) 242-6100

FOWA Certified
FL License #SR0011391

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Weekends Only Available by Appointment

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