Category: Septic System

An unmaintained grease trap cannot effectively filter grease waste from entering a septic system, leading to grease blockages that can definitely ruin a restaurant in a matter of minutes. Not to mention, sanitizing and clean up from grease backup will mean having to shut down the restaurant for at least two days. With this in mind, it is important that your grease trap is maintained and cleaned from time to time. Set aside cleaning time for your grease trap at least every 4 to 6 weeks to ensure that it will keep functioning effectively.

Taking care of your septic system is not as difficult as it seems. Although there is a handful of things to remember to keep your septic system in a proper condition, upkeep for it is generally easy. But if you have only been recently introduced to a home with a septic system, here are 4 helpful tips in keeping your septic system functioning.

The septic system may not be the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to home improvement and maintenance, but it’s certainly plays an important role to make your home habitable. As a responsible homeowner, you should be mindful of your septic system if you want it to stay functional for a long time. Septic tank inspection should be scheduled regularly for a number of reasons.

One of the most vital part in septic system service and maintenance is keeping the septic system in good condition in order for it to function properly. Learning to keep a septic system bathroom clean ensures a safe and healthy living environment. However, this can prove to be a challenging task especially since it requires a lot more consideration compared to cleaning other parts of your home.

If you own a restaurant, you probably know how important a grease trap is. It ‘traps’ all the grease, oils and fats while disposing wastewater. Without a functional grease trap, these materials could build up, clog your pipes and lead to major damage and costly repairs. In fact, restaurants have been required by states to install grease traps to avoid clogged plumbing lines and prevent damage in sewer systems.

When you have a septic tank it’s easy to forget it’s there, and just to carry on as normal – that’s what is so great about them. However, it is worth taking note of what could potentially go wrong so that you’re not caught out if there is an issue.

If your property uses a septic system, chances are you already know the do’s and don’ts to keep it in optimal working
condition. But have you ever considered if the toilet you’re using is septic safe? Continue reading “Septic Solutions: How Tankless Toilets Help Your Septic System” →

Unlike the other parts of our homes, septic tanks don’t require constant cleaning and maintenance. It is generally  easy to maintain a fully functional septic system. However, if you fail to take notice of the minor things that help your septic tank clean, you may encounter major septic tank problems in no time. Continue reading “Easy and Effective Ways to Avoid Septic Tank Problems” →

A fully functional septic system is important for every household. However, many homeowners are still overlooking its proper maintenance. Without appropriate care, septic systems can bring serious problems and also become a health hazard as it compromises the quality of your water. Continue reading “5 Common Myths on Septic System Maintenance” →

Septic systems appear to be fully functional for a very long time that most homeowners overlook that something wrong is going on. This can be a serious issue for us and the environment.

We all know how bad it can get when we have a failing septic system. But how does it impact our environment? Continue reading “How Do Septic Tank Problems Affect the Environment” →