Major septic repairs can be expensive, time-consuming, and disruptive. Depending on the problem, repairs can take a few days to complete. If a tank has to be replaced, the land has to be dug up, the old tank removed, and the replacement one set in place and connected to the building. The result is the need for a family to vacate the home or for a business to close until repairs are finished. That only adds to the cost of the project. A business can suffer huge losses in a matter of days. A family will have to incur hotel, meal, and travel costs.
In most cases, major Septic Repair Services can be avoided with routine preventative maintenance for the tank. Most people tend to forget the tank exists until drains backup or foul odors invade. Those signs, along with indentations in the yard near the tank, slow flushing toilets, and overflows at the washing machine hookup, among others, can indicate a major problem.
Septic tanks have to be emptied and clean every one to two years, depending on the size and usage. If building owners cannot remember the last time the tank was emptied, it is time to call an experienced company to inspect the tank. Emptying the tank is a quick and cost-effective measure that saves money on repairs and prolongs the life of the tank. The cost of maintenance is less than the cost of any type of septic repair.
It is also an opportunity for professionals to clean the tank and check to see if minor repairs are needed. A connection may have to be tightened or a clamp replaced. Getting that completed in a timely manner will help avoid major repairs.
If there are plans to alter the usage of the building, it is wise to have the tank evaluated to determine the capacity. A house being converted into apartments is an example that can have an effect on the tank. The solution can be as simple as having it emptied every six months instead of annually. Residential and commercial customers can go to Website.com to schedule routine maintenance, get free quotes on septic projects, and learn other ways to avoid expensive repairs.
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