Pumping your septic tank is probably the single most important thing you can do to protect your system. If the buildup of solids in the tank becomes too high and solids move to the drainfield, this could clog and strain the system to the point where a new drainfield will be needed.
The cost of pumping and routine servicing of your septic is normally a few hundred dollars. The cost to replace the entire system is several thousand dollars and you could potentially be causing a negative and harmful impact to your communities environment.
In addition to the cost of replacing your septic system, you could be penalized and/or face being fined for environmental negligence charges from your local county code enforcement for releasing toxic bacteria and germs by polluting natural ground water, recreational rivers, lakes, beaches or streams.
Don’t put off the routine maintenance of your septic system.
