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Aerobic vs. Anaerobic Septic Systems

When managing wastewater in Central Florida, homeowners often face a critical choice: aerobic or anaerobic septic systems. Each system has advantages and disadvantages, making it essential to understand their differences to make an informed decision. Let's explore the critical features of aerobic and anaerobic septic systems, focusing on their suitability for Central Florida's unique environment. Understanding Aerobic Septic SystemsAerobic septic systems use oxygen to break down organic matter in wastewater. They typically consist of a tank that introduces air into the waste, promoting the growth of aerobic bacteria, which are highly efficient at decomposing organic material.Advantages [...]

By |2024-06-20T16:28:53+00:00June 20th, 2024|Septic Systems|
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Septic Tank Bacteria – Tips for a Healthy System

Septic tanks play a crucial role in the proper disposal of wastewater for many homes and businesses in Florida. These underground systems rely on a delicate balance of bacteria to break down solid waste. The septic tank bacteria purify the water before it seeps into the soil through the drain field, ensuring the optimal functioning of a septic tank. But septic tank bacteria are fragile and easily disrupted. Here’s a few ways you can keep your septic tank bacteria happy, healthy, and thriving so you don’t have to worry about your septic system. Septic [...]

By |2023-05-22T19:39:42+00:00May 22nd, 2023|Septic Tank Care|
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Skin Care and Your Septic Tank

One of the most important preventive maintenance measures to make when it comes to your septic tank is to be careful what you put down the drain. The "dirty dozen" hazardous materials for your septic and drain system include cat litter, coffee grounds, wipes (even the flushable ones!), fats, oils, and greases (FOGs), and fabric softeners. While some of these seem obvious, there are sneaky additions. Which leads some to wonder if skin care and your septic tank get along? If your skincare routine involves using an exfoliant to get that radiant youthful glow, there are a few precautions [...]

By |2023-02-27T14:40:46+00:00February 27th, 2023|Septic Tank Care|
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Bad Liquids for Your Septic

The liquids that you allow into your septic directly impact how efficiently the tank will be able to function and the longevity of your system as a whole. Many homeowners have not been adequately educated on what should and should not go down their drain. Some everyday household products and liquids can cause a great deal of damage to your septic system and may lead to an expensive repair. Avoiding these bad liquids for your septic can help save you money and your tank for many years. Bad Liquids for Your Septic Coffee Tossing [...]

By |2022-06-07T15:52:21+00:00June 7th, 2022|Septic Tank Care|
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Surprising Septic System Facts

The more you know about your septic system, the better prepared you are to maintain and manage your septic. That includes knowing some surprising septic system facts. With your septic doing the hard work underground, it leaves an air of mystery surrounding it. After all, if you can't see something work, it's hard to know what's going on down there. Enter the experts! We are here to take the mystery out of your septic system and maybe surprise you with a few things you didn't know about your system. Surprising Septic System Facts Ready [...]

By |2021-07-27T14:52:10+00:00July 27th, 2021|Septic Systems, Septic Tank Care|
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Fabric Softeners and Septic Tanks

When most people think about septic systems, they think about their bathrooms. They may think about the signs asking folks not to flush anything but paper. But, what about fabric softeners and septic tanks? It's probably not on the forefront of septic owners' minds; after all, septic systems process waste. What does your laundry have to do with it? Quite a lot! Even though septic systems are designed to treat human waste, all of your household water goes through the system as well, including the water used for laundry. And with delicate, natural bacteria doing much of the heavy [...]

By |2021-07-14T17:05:48+00:00July 14th, 2021|Septic Tank Care|
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Bath Bombs and Septic Systems

It's been a long day at work, and you're ready to relax. You light a few candles, grab a glass of wine or some tea, fill up the bath, and pop in a bath bomb. Sounds great, right? While it does help you unwind, it may be causing more stress for your septic system. Depending on what type and frequency, bath bombs and septic systems don't get along. But why is that? And does that mean the end of bath bombs and bath salts for septic tank owners? How Your Septic System Works Let's [...]

By |2021-06-10T17:24:10+00:00June 10th, 2021|Septic Tank Care|
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Drano and Septic Systems

Clogs happen, and dealing with them is never fun. Most of us are likely to take the easy way out, using Drano or another type of chemical drain cleaner rather than calling a professional plumber. While this is much easier, it could cost you much more time, effort, and money in the long run. There are better (and still affordable) options that are much safer for your septic system and your household, because Drano and septic systems don't get along. How Your Septic System Works Your septic system brings waste through your home's pipes into a septic tank containing [...]

By |2021-11-03T21:26:03+00:00February 16th, 2021|Septic Tank Care|
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Water Softeners and Septic Systems: Do They Get Along?

For those that live in areas with high mineral content in their water, water softeners are key. But, for the population that also has septic systems, can you have both? Do water softeners and septic systems get along? Let's take a look at what a water softener is and how it works. While we are at, we will debunk a few myths and answer the question of if water softeners and septic tanks work together or against one another. What is a Water Softener? A water softener is a device used to "soften" or [...]

By |2019-11-12T20:11:15+00:00November 12th, 2019|Septic Systems|
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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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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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