Do you know that a faulty septic system creates health hazards and pollutes the ground water. If you are like most people, you know very little about yourr septic tank system. This is understandable. In urban and suburban areas there are sewers to carry household waste to municipal wastewater treatment plants. In most rural areas however, septic tank systems provide the function of both sewers and treatment plants.
All household waste is disposed of through the septic system.
The proper operation of the septic system is essential to health, property value, and the ecology. Have the septic tank pumped out every 2-3 years. This will remove the accumulated sludge and scum which would otherwise reach the tile field and cause blockage resulting in a malfunctioning sewage system and costly repairs. This is the single most effective means of ensuring a long-lasting sewage system. It is always wise to practice water conservation.