As winter ends and the weather begins to warm, many homeowners refresh their homes through spring cleaning. Spring is also the perfect time to pump your septic tanks, especially if you haven’t performed this task in several years. Scheduling a septic inspection and pumping will ensure your system’s optional operation.
Prevents Overflow From Melting Snow
Experts recommend you have your septic pumped every three to five years to keep wastewater flowing freely. Many properties have saturated soil in the spring from melting snow and heavy rains, which slow the absorption of liquids from the septic tank. This situation increases the risk of unpleasant odors, sewage backup and flooded properties. A full septic tank increases these possibilities because it doesn’t have as much room for wastewater. Spring pumping ensures liquid flow and minimizes backups or blockages.
Is Easier to Maintain
Septic tanks can be difficult to maintain in the winter when outdoor temperatures drop to freezing. Spring provides easier accessibility to the tank when snow melts and has a lesser risk of freezing temperatures that can hamper the cleaning process. These ideal conditions also help prepare your system for summertime usage, generally higher than in colder months.
Maximizes Drain Field Efficiency
If you are like most people, you head outdoors in early spring to start yard cleanup. In addition to removing yard debris from flower and vegetable patches, examine your drain field and the area surrounding your septic tank. Excess debris in your drain field can cause water to pool, disrupting the soil’s natural filtering ability, which is necessary for septic wastewater treatment. Examine the drain field to see if it appears healthy.
Spring conditions, including frozen or saturated soil, can also impact your septic system’s efficiency, as does a septic tank filled with solid waste materials. Solid waste can flow into the drain field in the spring, leading to clogs. Keeping an eye on your drain field in spring is crucial as the breakdown of organic matter restarts slowly as the weather. Getting a professional inspection of your entire system in addition to a tank pumping can help prevent emergencies that could arise later in the year.
Be Mindful of Water Usage During Heavy Rainfall
Remain mindful of your home’s water usage during heavy spring rains. Although having your system inspected and the tank pumped will improve water flow, remember that the drain field may not be able to handle everything if the ground is partially frozen. Reducing the water flow into the tank produces less agitation and keeps solid waste at the bottom. Make adjustments to your routine if you notice above-average water usage.
The skilled professionals at Marshall Cummings Septic Tank Service in Fayetteville, NC can keep your system in top condition with septic tank pumping services. Contact our office to schedule your appointment.
