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Septic Tank Pumping Frequency

One of the most critical aspects of septic system care is understanding the proper septic tank pumping frequency. Pumping your septic tank at the right intervals ensures your system operates smoothly, prevents costly repairs, and helps protect the environment. But it can be hard to tell. After all, a healthy system adopts the "don't see it, don't worry about it" mindset. Why Is Septic Tank Pumping Important? A septic tank separates solid waste from wastewater, allowing the latter to flow into the drain field for further treatment. Over time, solids accumulate at the bottom of the tank, and [...]

By |2025-01-14T16:38:30+00:00January 14th, 2025|Septic Tank Care|
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Why is My Septic Tank Full When I Just Pumped It?

According to industry standards, septic tanks should be pumped approximately every 3-5 years. Ideally, tanks shouldn't be allowed to fill past 30-50% of their capacity. If you've recently had your septic tank pumped, you may be left scratching your head as to why it's full again. The first step to resolving this issue is to diagnose the problem, which often calls for the help of professional septic technicians. They can come out and inspect your system and determine the culprit of the prematurely filled tank. Reasons Why You Have a Full Septic Tank Homeowners [...]

By |2023-02-09T16:13:54+00:00February 9th, 2023|Septic Tank Care|
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Why is My Toilet Bubbling?

No homeowner wants to hear the unsettling sound of a bubbling toilet. This is something that should be looked at right away, as it's never a good sign. Often, a toilet bubbling requires the help of a professional plumber who can diagnose and resolve the issue. A toilet bubbling is often a clear alert that something worse is to come unless immediate action is taken. Ignoring the bubbling sound can result in a much larger (and more expensive) problem within your toilets and septic systems. What Are the Causes of a Toilet Bubbling? If [...]

By |2022-09-20T16:26:30+00:00September 20th, 2022|Septic Systems|
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What Should You Do After a Septic Tank Pumping?

Any homeowner with a septic system should know the basics of maintaining their septic, including scheduling a septic tank pumping within your tank's schedule. It's an essential piece to the septic care puzzle. Avoiding getting your septic tank pumped could lead to some inconvenient and smelly problems. Why? Because your septic tank has an important job and needs all the help, it can get from you and your household. Any water or waste that is used in your house heads through pipes out to your septic tank. There, the waste naturally separates with the help of healthy bacteria. The [...]

By |2021-04-22T20:50:02+00:00April 22nd, 2021|Septic Tank Care|
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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 |2020-06-03T18:27:10+00:00June 2nd, 2020|Septic Systems, Septic Tank Care|
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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 |2019-09-09T17:13:31+00:00September 9th, 2019|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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Can Heavy Rain Backup My Septic System?

Hurricane season is here and starting in a big way with Harvey and Irma. As Floridians, we seem to have hurricane preparations down to a science, but is your septic system being overlooked? What happens when heavy rain and septic systems meet? Learn more about what you can do for your septic system before, during, and after heavy rains. Can Heavy Rain Backup My Septic Tank? Yes, heavy rains, tropical storms, and hurricanes can put a lot of stress on a home septic system. As the ground surrounding your tank and drainfield absorbs the excess water, it makes it harder [...]

By |2021-11-03T21:27:52+00:00September 13th, 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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Nitrogen in Septic Systems – Is It As Scary As It Sounds?

By design, Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS), or septic systems, use biological processes to reduce the amount of waste and sewage coming for your household or business. These biological processes include using bacteria to consume ammonium and converting it into nitrate. But, what does Nitrogen in septic systems mean for the environment? Nitrogen In The Environment Nitrate and Nitrogen aren’t necessarily bad for the environment; in fact, they can help the surrounding areas around your septic system flourish. Plants consume nitrogen to grow, and Nitrogen is a naturally occurring element in the atmosphere—making up 78% of the air in [...]

By |2017-06-06T11:46:01+00:00June 6th, 2017|Septic Systems|
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septic services clermont groveland

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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