There appear to be some common myths surrounding the maintenance of septic tank systems..
A number of men and women seem to be under the impression that you can leave a septic tank, Soakaway for years without emptying it. If a tank is left for a period of years, it is likely that you will need pricey specialist equipment to remove the hardened sludge. You might even require to dig out the tank. This can be avoided by having an annual empty and having the tank cleaned each now and then to maintain it in excellent working order. This is an crucial part of maintaining a septic tank system and will save you a fantastic deal of funds over the lengthy term, and a wonderful deal of hassle when your tank overflows or you get it blocked.
Another typical myth is that you are not liable if it overflows. The condition of your septic tank is down to you the property owner. Overflow, blockage costs and environmental impact are all your responsibility as property owners and it is not the councils concern unless you let it overflow and cause damage to the environment.
The next myth that needs to be addressed is that your tank entirely treats the sewage. Some of the treatment in fact takes place when the liquid waste gets into the soil through the soakaway, bacteria in the tank reduces the strength of the effluent and separates the strong particles which construct up within the tank until it is emptied.
The last myth that folks need to comprehend is that they believe you can put anything in a septic tank. Harsh detergents and chemicals, fats and oils and solid objects decrease the performance of your tank, I recommend not ignoring this sort of maintenance as repairs and unblockages can be really pricey.