Spring cleaning is in full swing! Just because your septic system is out of sight, doesn’t mean it should be out of mind. Your septic tank needs to be cleaned too! Most septic tanks should be cleaned every few years – keep on top of this essential part of your home’s maintenance. Spring is a great time to have you tank cleaned. Why? It’s time. If it’s been 3-5 years since the last time your tank was cleaned, NOW is the time to schedule BEFORE you experience a stinky mess! Your grass may grow back over quicker. Since grass is more actively growing in the spring, the grass over the tank may gro ..read more

Your toilets are flushing, your sinks are draining, so how do you know when it’s time to clean your septic tank? The answer is…you probably won’t know until it’s too late! Conventional septic tanks should be pumped and cleaned every 3-5 years, even if you aren’t experiencing any issues. Just like your vehicle, you don’t wait until it breaks down to change the oil, right? Same thing with your septic system. Waiting until you experience issues may push your system past the point of no return. In these instances, full system replacement maybe your only option. Has it been over 3 years since your ..read more

A few customers have had their aerobic systems confused with their irrigation system, either by the water company, city or neighbors. It can be tricky to distinguish between an aerobic system and an irrigation system at a distance. If you are facing this situation, here are a few ways to shed some light on the situation. Prove you have an aerobic system. Start by obtaining a copy of your septic permit to show in court. This permit will indicate your system has spray heads that could have been mistaken for irrigation. Prove you have aerobic system spray heads that are visible from the street ..read more

It’s a common misconception that aerobic systems always smell – because they shouldn’t. A properly functioning aerobic system may have a light misty odor but it should never smell like raw sewage when the system sprays through the heads. The first thing homeowners usually think of is chlorination. While a lack of chlorine will prevent disinfection after treatment, it does not provide deodorizing. Strong odors are a result of lack of treatment, which is almost always due to a lack of aeration. The most common causes are: Faulty aerator Undersized aerator Clogged diffuser or stone Pinched air l ..read more

There are many things we can be thankful for at Thanksgiving; is your septic system one of them? Most of the time, your septic system is out-of-sight and out-of-mind – but we don’t often realize that our septic system keeps our families and pets healthy. Without having your septic system to treat your household wastewater, we’d be exposed to many waterborne pathogens that can cause serious issues. If you are thankful for your septic system and want to keep it working well during the holidays, here are a few tips to follow. Clean your septic tank to reduce the chance of premature system failur ..read more

SepticSmart Week is an annual event held in September, which is focused on educating homeowners and communities on the proper care and maintenance of their septic systems. Our organization is one of 20 partners that is a member of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Decentralized Wastewater Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Partnership. Septic Smart Week brings awareness to something that is usually “out of sight, out of mind”. The EPA recommends these helpful tips to keep your septic system working its best. Think at the Sink! What goes down the drain has a big impact on yo ..read more

There are no fail-proof ways to prevent your septic system from root intrusion. Roots can be scary because they sneak up on you without knowing until it’s often too late! So what can you do to stay ahead? Here are the top 3 things you can do to prevent roots from taking over your septic system: Clean your septic tank every 3-5 years. Not only does the sludge get removed by cleaning, but it is often the first line of defense in keeping roots out of the tank. Almost all cases of excessive roots in the septic tank are because they had time to grow – because the tank had not been pumped out in a ..read more

Are you confused by the lingo, or just not sure which license your septic professional should hold? Let’s look at which licenses are required for different types of septic service here in the State of Texas. OSSF – Stands for On Site Sewage Facility. This is the official word that encompasses all septic system types with Texas regulations. TCEQ – Stands for Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. This is the state agency which governs the laws of OSSF’s in Texas. TCEQ Site Evaluator – This is the licensed professional which evaluates site conditions such as soil, topography, setbacks, etc ..read more

It’s getting hot – and that means backyard BBQ’s and kids playing in the yard. Here’s the top summer septic tips to keep your system, family and pets safe this season. Clean your septic tank. If it’s been over 3 years, chances are it’s time. Don’t wait until there is a problem – by then it may be too late. Cleaning your tank protects your drainfield. Clean your drainfield. Your drainfield is susceptible to sludge and roots clogging the pipes. Help prolong the life of your drainfield by ensuring the pipes are not blocked – this prevents backup over your yard, in your tank and in your house. Do ..read more

Ants are known to be destroyers of electrical components in general. But what about when it comes to aerobic systems? Ants are a huge problem for aerobic systems and the technicians that service them. Even systems that are serviced regularly can have ant problems. Ant mounts can start in just a matter of days, and continue to grow the longer they go untreated. Most aerobic systems are checked several times per year, which leaves plenty of time for ants to mound between service visits. In most cases, if the system is serviced regularly, and ants are treated quickly, there usually is not too muc ..read more