Septic Services
Septic System Repairs, Maintenance, and Riser Installation
Think of your septic system as a personal version of a sewage treatment
plant. Your system is made up of a septic tank and a drain field, also called septic field lines. As wastewater leaves your home, it will run into your septic tank. This tank is divided into three layers:
- Scum Layer – The top layer that is made up of grease, oils, and fats. Aerobic bacteria digests a majority of the floating solid waste materials.
- Effluent or Wastewater Layer – The middle layer that contains liquid and suspended solids. This makes up the majority of your tank.
- Sludge Layer – This is the bottom layer and contains the dense solids that fall to the bottom of the tank. Anaerobic bacteria feed off of and break down this layer.
Your systems functions largely in part due to the beneficial bacteria that live in each of the three layers in your septic tank. These bacteria help to break down solid waste in your tank, allowing wastewater to process through and exit into the surrounding drain field. If this ecosystem of bacteria is disrupted or materials that shouldn’t find their way into your tank make it in, it can wreak havoc on your system and cause major problems.
Captain Septic’s
qualified and experienced technicians have the know-how and tools to quickly diagnose your system’s problems and provide fast, affordable solutions to your home or business’ system. We pump camper septic tanks as well. Call (423) 444-5912
to schedule your septic service, including system repairs, routine maintenance, or installation of risers on your existing septic system.
What Your Septic System is NOT:
- A Trash Receptacle – Make sure that you are properly disposing of items that could cause harm to your system. Do not dispose of cooking grease or oil, baby wipes, wet wipes, condoms, dental floss, cigarette butts, cat litter, coffee grounds, pharmaceuticals, paper towels, paint, feminine hygiene products, etc. in your septic system.
- A Compost Receptacle
– Over use or improper disposal of kitchen waste through the garbage disposal can add unnecessary fats, grease, and other solids to your septic tank that can impact the proper function of your tank.
- A Parking Lot
– Never drive or park on your drain field.
- An Orchard
– Tree roots can grow and infiltrate your septic system and cause damage to your field beds.
- A Water Collection Area
– Excess water can impact the efficiency of your septic system. Direct rainwater from your roof away from your septic system.
Pumping, Repairs, and Maintenance
It is likely that you haven’t given your septic tank and system much thought. With your tank and drain lines buried underground, it’s easy to forget – that is, until there is a problem. Just as any system within your home or business needs routine maintenance to keep it running smoothly, your septic system is no exception.
Addressing issues early and keeping up with annual inspections and regular pumping will not only avoid hazardous and unpleasant conditions from backed up and overflowing tanks, but also save on costly repairs or replacements. Your tank’s recommended pumping schedule is impacted by many different factors, including the number of occupants, use of the garbage disposal, water softeners, water conditioners, laundry detergents, cleaning products, and daily flow of waste water. The below is a general guideline based on tank size and occupancy of your property.
| Number of Occupants in Household | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | |
| Size of Tank | Septic Tank Pumping Frequency (in Years) | ||||||
| 500 Gallon | 5.8 | 2.6 | 1.5 | 1.0 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 0.3 |
| 750 Gallon | 9.1 | 4.2 | 2.6 | 1.8 | 1.3 | 1.0 | 0.7 |
| 1,000 Gallon | 12.4 | 5.9 | 3.7 | 2.6 | 2.0 | 1.5 | 1.2 |
| 1,500 Gallon | 18.9 | 9.1 | 5.9 | 4.2 | 3.3 | 2.6 | 2.1 |
| 2,000 Gallon | 25.4 | 12.4 | 8 | 5.9 | 4.5 | 3.7 | 3.1 |
| 2,500 Gallon | 30.9 | 15.6 | 10.2 | 7.5 | 5.9 | 4.8 | 4.0 |
Riser Installations
Save time, money, and your yard by installing septic tank risers to your existing septic system. Acting as an extension of your tank to your yard's surface, risers allow easy access to your tank without the need for extensive excavation to uncover your tank. This makes locating, servicing, and pumping your system a breeze, especially in the event of a septic emergency.
Promote regular maintenance and preserve your property by calling (423) 444-5912
today for competitive, high-quality, septic tank riser installation.