How to Measure Septic Tank Sludge Depth
How do you know when to pump your septic tank? People in the septic system industry measure scum and sludge layer thicknesses with a product called a sludge judge, which cost about $75.
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Septic Tank Pumping
How frequently should your septic tank be pumped? If you pump your tank too often you are wasting your money AND stressing your system. Pumping not frequently enough will lead to premature failure of your drainfield.
Read articleSeptic Systems and Aeration
Fortunately, the septic system, when combined with septic aeration, is an alternative that will keep their existing septic system operating more effectively than ever for years into the future.
Read articleAerating Septic Systems: Fighting The Status Quo
Why is most of the septic system industry so reluctant to understand and embrace septic system aeration? It is a proven solution that economically extends the life of existing systems and actually allows them to operate more efficiently and effectively.
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Septic Aeration
There are many septic "experts" in the industry that are completely unaware of septic aeration. They will tell homeowners with severe septic system problems that their only option is to replace their septic system.
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According to the American Housing Survey for the United States (2007) and the US Census Bureau, there are over 26 million residential septic systems in use in the United States. For many years, the only option a homeowner had to fix a failed system was to replace the entire system, a costly option!
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Septic Tank: The BOD5 Measurement
In EPA/625/R-00/008, the EPA defines several standard measurements for septic tank performance. One of these measurements is BOD5, or biological oxygen demand.
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So, how does a homeowner know how effectively the septic tank is actually performing these functions? Are there standards set by the industry or government?
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Septic Tank
How many people owning a septic tank know that it has a service life that can be extended indefinitely? How many of these people know how their septic tank is designed to function?
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The Pain of Septic System Problems
Without a doubt, septic tank problems are the last issue anyone wants to deal with at any time of the year. Septic system replacement is over prescribed by septic pumpers and contractors.
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