Septic Tank Pumping & Maintenance

Septic Tank Pumping & Maintenance

A well-designed and constructed septic system will serve a home for a long time, but it does require regular maintenance to ensure it functions as intended. One important element of this maintenance is septic tank pumping and cleaning.

Miller’s Septic Tank Cleaning tanks separate solids from liquid waste and store them safely underground. Over time, solids can build up and clog the drain field, causing wastewater to back up into homes. Regular septic tank pumping can prevent this problem.

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During septic tank pumping, a professional septic technician uses a large tanker truck with vacuum equipment to insert a hose into your septic manhole. The hose then sucks up liquid and any floating sludge or solids in the tank. This keeps the septic tank empty, so it doesn’t get too full and cause problems later on.

Most septic systems need to be pumped every 3 to 5 years. Several factors affect how often you need your septic tank pumped, including the size of the tank and household water usage. Larger tanks hold more wastewater, so you can go longer between pumpings. Daily habits like taking long showers and frequent laundry can fill the tank faster, requiring you to have it pumped more frequently.

Keeping your septic tank regularly pumped is the best way to keep it in good working condition. To further extend the life of your septic system, be sure to avoid putting anything down the drain that shouldn’t be there. Items such as cigarette butts, paper towels, feminine hygiene products, kitty litter, tissues, and left over medications should all be thrown in the trash.

Miller’s Septic Tank Cleaning
Columbus, OH
330-521-3599