Where Is My Septic Tank Filter Located at Home?

If you live near a city, you probably don’t need to know where your waste goes since you are connected to a municipal septic line. However, that’s not the case for people in the suburbs or rural areas who rely on a septic tank for their waste management needs. These modern septic systems come with an in-built filter designed to keep most of the micro solids or small particles in the septic tank but release the wastewater. Over time the solid waste, also known as sludge, builds up inside your tank, which calls for a septic tank pumping company.

Most septic emergencies can be prevented if they are detected early, starting with hiring an expert for septic tank installation and maintenance. At Septic Blue, we have a trained team of experts with extensive industry knowledge and experience, ensuring everything is handled with the utmost professionalism. We leverage cutting-edge tools and equipment for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness while maintaining a healthy septic system. This gives you peace of mind knowing a qualified septic contractor handles everything.

A complete septic system is usually made of two components: the septic tank and a leach field. Identifying where both of these components are located in your home goes a long way in ensuring you detect the slightest sign of trouble before it affects the entire system resulting in significant damage.

Septic Tank

The septic tank holds all the waste that goes down your drains and the toilet. When you wash the dishes, flush, shower, or do laundry, all that goes into your septic tank. A well-maintained septic tank contains a thriving colony of naturally occurring bacteria that feeds on the solid waste, breaking it down into small pieces which remain suspended at the top of the liquid waste. Failure to regularly schedule professional septic tank pumping allows the waste to accumulate, damaging your system and property.

Septic Blue recommends having your septic tank pumped annually and checked for maintenance in half that time to ensure everything is in tiptop condition. The last thing you want is a clogged septic system that results in issues that leave a significant dent in your finances.

Leach Field

The other part of a septic system is the leach field, which holds the half-treated wastewater flowing from the septic tank. The wastewater passes through several layers of sand and gravel before it is finally released into the earth. The dirt acts as a filter or a sponge that soak up the water while filtering out the waste.

A regularly maintained septic tank reduces the amount of waste in your system so that the dirt effectively treats the wastewater. A well-maintained leach field can last for years without exhibiting signs of damage, but if you rarely pump your septic tank, you are lowering its durability. Contact us at Septic Blue to learn more about septic systems and how to ensure you go the distance. We provide top-notch septic tank installation and maintenance at a competitive market price.