Septic Services From Phillips Plumbing
The wastewater from your home, including the toilets, bathtubs, sinks, showers and washing machines flows into a septic system. The septic tank is a concrete or fiberglass water tight container that is buried underground close to the house. The septic tank receives all the waste and separates it into solids, floatables and clear liquid waste. The solids settle to the bottom of the tank where they are partially broken down by bacteria. The floatables and clear liquid waste, called effluent, leaves the septic tank through a piping network buried in the drain field. The drainfield treats the waste further by absorbing and filtering it into the soil. Read more phillipsplumbing.us
A septic system needs regular inspection and maintenance. The best way to protect your septic system is with a preventative maintenance plan that includes scheduled inspections and pumping services. This will help catch problems early, maintain a clean, functioning septic system and prolong the life of your investment.
How Phillips Plumbing, Wells, & Septic Can Keep Your System Running Smoothly
If you notice that your septic tank is overflowing, back-ups or the septic tank is not working properly, it’s important to contact a qualified septic system technician right away to handle the situation safely and correctly. When dealing with blackwater, wear protective clothing (gloves, rubber boots and a face mask) and be sure to thoroughly disinfect all areas that have come into contact with the septic system wastewater or contaminated debris.
To keep your septic system functioning well, conserve water by fixing leaky faucets and fixtures, installing low-water appliances and washing machines and using the dryer on a shorter cycle. Keeping trees, shrubs and grass away from the absorption field will also prevent them from growing into and damaging the pipes in your septic system.
Phillips Plumbing, Wells, & Septic
471 Fred King Rd, Hartwell, GA 30643
(706) 376-3422