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How Do You Prevent Septic Clogs?

Erin M • Aug 15, 2022

How Do You Prevent Septic Clogs?

Many of us often don’t think about our septic systems...

However, whether as a consequence of neglect or natural deterioration, your septic tank will eventually need servicing.

Fortunately, there are simple, low-effort methods that can help to prevent septic tank issues.


Monitor What Goes Down Your Kitchen Sink


If you lack a trash disposal septic system, refrain from flushing food scraps down the drain. Utilize a drain strainer in your kitchen sink to assist in preventing food from entering the septic system. In the case of greasy foods, pour grease into a sealable container and then discard the food.

Otherwise, grease will adhere to the interior of your pipes, clogging them and resulting in a clogged septic system, which could back up into your kitchen sink.


Be Careful What You Flush


Believe it or not, your toilet is designed to flush just two types of waste: body waste and toilet paper. These two substances are easily degraded in the septic tank and will naturally break down over time. However, flushing anything else may result in significant septic tank clogs. Items such as soap scum, feminine products, hair, and paper towels should never be flushed down the toilet since they may block the drainage system.


Don’t Overuse Your Water


Whether you live alone or with family, it’s critical to keep track of how much water you’re using. Excessive water use reduces the amount of time available for your septic tank to break down waste materials. If your septic tank absorbs an excessive amount of water before all solid wastes are dissolved, the solids will flow into your distribution system. Your distribution pumps are designed to handle only liquids, and introducing solids into them may cause them to clog. Avoid this issue by always shutting off taps completely, taking shorter showers, and conserving water when you use the sink. Energy efficient appliances may also help in your water usage.


Use Drain Filters to Prevent Clogging


Consider using drain filters in every drain. These devices fit over drain holes and help keep food, hair, soap scum, and other muck out of your drain. Drain screens are available in hardware and supply shops.


Get A Local Septic Inspection


The only way to be certain your septic tank is not on the verge of failure is to have it examined by a certified expert. While you could do the examination yourself, you are unlikely to be acquainted with your septic tank’s ins and outs. Additionally, you may be exposed to hazardous chemicals if you do the inspection yourself. Your best option is to leave the examination to qualified, experienced experts who can determine if your septic tank is operating normally or requires repair - like the team at Dan Parr Septic Systems. Despite attempts to prevent any septic clogs, they DO happen.  If you think that your septic system has clogged or is on the verge of clogging up, contact us for our professional pump outs, repairs, inspections and more - 905-719-9507.


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