Your Septic Tank and Septic System
What do I need to know about my septic tank and septic system?
Septic systems, which are now being referred to as onsite wastewater disposal systems, are an important utility for your home. To keep them working properly, they do require maintenance. Yes I know talking about your septic system isn't as exciting as talking about your new car or HDTV, but when it stops working life can get pretty exciting. . . .
Guests have just arrived and the toilets won't flush!
Sam, your golden lab, rolls in the smelly puddle in the back yard!
Neighbor Jim complains about smelly water leaking onto his lawn!
You get the picture. It's not a pretty one!
I don't want to scare you, but a little education may help you avoid embarrassing situations like these and greatly increase the life of your septic system.
You're not alone . . . One fourth of all homes in the U.S use some type of onsite wastewater system to treat and dispose of their wastewater.
Most home owners, like yourself, know that septic systems require some maintenance,but maybe you don't know what that involves. So, what are those Do's and Dont's?
Many homeowners ask these common questions:
How often should a septic tank be pumped?
What can go wrong if I don't pump my tank?
What should not go down the drains?
What do I need to know about building a new home with an onsite wastewater system?
As you can see, there is a lot to know about septic tanks and septic systems. Fortunately, you've come to the right place. Within this site you will find the answers to all of your septic questions. If you need additional information, feel free to contact us and we would be happy to answer any other questions you might have.
Septic System Maintenance.
Septic system maintenance is important. A septic system that is properly designed, constructed and maintained reduces environmental threats posed by pollutants in household wastewater.
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Septic Tank Pumping. Should I?
Septic tank pumping Protects your investment and extend the life of your septic system. What every homeowner must know about septic tanks and septic tank care.
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How a septic tank works.
How a septic tank works. Understanding How a septic tank works can save you money.
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Septic tank additives and treatments
Septic tank additives and treatment promote good bacteria growth in your septic tank. Why do we need an additive? Because we clean with anti-bacterial chemicals.
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Water Conservation is a Good Habit
Water conservation and efficient water use can improve the operation of the septic system and reduce the risk of failure.
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contact us
Contact Us. Carl's Septic Service, Inc.
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Well and Septic Inspection
A well and septic inspection is required by mortgage lenders in the state of Illinois. A home sale or home mortgage refinance will require an inspection of your spetic system ans a water sample
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North Wheatland Township Homeowners Association
Carl' Septic Service, Inc. serving North Wheatland Township Homowners Association. Complete septic service. Septic tank pumping and septic system repairs
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FREE Newsletter
Free Newsletter, OnSite Wastewater Advisor. Sharing information and keeping you upto date with changing technologies.
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LINKS to State and County Health Department
Links to the State of Illinois Septic code and on-site wastewater disposal code. Links to DuPage, Cook, Kane, Kendall, Grundy, Will and Lake County Health Department septic code and on-site waste
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