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septic_tank_20090530 Your septic tank is a small on-site sewage treatment plant. It is one of the most economical and efficient means of disposing of liquid household waste. Your system consists of two basic parts a 2-section septic tank(shownbelow) and a leachfield. The septic tank is a buried, watertight container typically made of concrete, fiberglass, or polyethylene. It holds the wastewater long enough to allow solids to settle out (forming sludge) and oil and grease to float to the surface (as scum). It also allows partial decomposition of the solid materials. Compartments and a T-shaped outlet in the septic tank prevent the sludge and scum from leaving the tank and traveling into the leachfield area. The wastewater exits the septic tank and is discharged into the leachfield for further treatment by the soil. Microorganisms in the soil provide final treatment by removing harmful bacteria, viruses, and nutrients. Any effluent material overflowing into the soil absorption area should be avoided at all costs. It is this carry-over of any bits of solids that clog the soil pores and cause septic systems to fail. Pumping of the solids can help eliminate any carry-over from entering the leachfield.

Lucky’s Septic Service specializes in septic tank cleaning for less than you think. No matter the size of your budget, we give unmatched vacuum service and our prices are usually less than the competition. We look forward to helping you make your home a great place to live. We guarantee that you will be pleased with our septic service.

septic_pumping From the septic tank, the liquid portion of the wastewater flows into the drainfield, which is generally a series of perforated pipes or slotted panels that are usually surrounded by a layer of gravel, tire chips, or other lightweight materials such as styrofoam pieces. The drainfield provides secondary treatment of the sewage by allowing aerobic (oxygen-using) bacteria to continue deactivating the disease germs that remain in the wastewater. The drainfield also provides filtration of the wastewater as gravity draws the water downwards through the soil layers. In addition, evaporation of water occurs through the layer of soil covering the drainfield. In some areas where soil types such as clay layers or bedrock exist, or in areas where there is a shallow seasonal high water table, septic systems must be elevated above the ground surface (“mounded” systems). This ensures the wastewater has sufficient permeable or unsaturated soil in order to provide adequate filtration before the remaining wastewater reaches the groundwater table and the underlying aquifer. In other areas, such as flood zones near rivers or other bodies of water, traditional septic systems may not be sufficient to treat the wastewater. In these cases, advanced wastewater treatment systems that “aerate” or add oxygen to the wastewater may be required. Other advanced wastewater treatment systems may have chlorinating chambers or peat moss-based filtration chambers which neutralize the disease germs before they can reach groundwater levels.

Septic FAQs

How often should a septic tank be pumped?

The frequency of pumping depends on four factors: the number of people in your household, the amount of wastewater generated, the volume of solids in the wastewater (garbage disposal use increases the amount of solids), and septic tank size. 5 people occupying a home with a 1000 gallon tank, the tank should be pumped every 2 years. Most systems should be pumped every 5 years. Doing the following will help to extend the frequency of pumping: Flush responsibly – only flush human waste down the toilet Use water efficiently – don’t allow toilets and sinks to run Laundry -make sure you always wash a full load. Pump frequently: On average, you should have your septic tank pumped generally every 3 to 5 years

What service does Lucky’s Septic Service Provide?

We provide pumping services to remove sludge and wastewater within your septic tank. Removing the sludge helps maintain your septic system. If septic systems are not maintained properly, they can fail. Failing systems are expensive to repair, poor maintenance is often the culprit. Remember, anything you put down your toilet or sink ends up in your septic tank.

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