How to keep your cesspool working properly for years to come?
by MANGANO PLUMBING We have been serving Long Island communities sinceWhether
it’s because it’s hidden out of sight or because it’s not the most pleasant
thing to think about, the cesspool or septic system is the last thing on most
homeowner's minds. No one really wants to think of where everything goes after
the toilet is flushed or the plug is pulled on the drain. However, a cesspool
is actually a crucial component of a home. Though the system works unnoticed in
the background most of the times, when it malfunctions or gets plugged, it
starts to release a foul odor and even toxic fumes.
How do problems
occur?
The
reasons for the system failure can be many: you may have used more water than
the system could handle, flushed large solid objects such as diapers and
sanitary pads or thrown solid food particles down the sink. Over time, all of
these things can start to build up and the drain pipes can get plugged. The
excessive effluent water may also be unable to seep into the lower layers of
the soil quickly enough – so it will start oozing out into the drain field
instead.
How can you avoid
potential problems with your septic system?
One
of the best ways to prevent problems from happening is to have the system
pumped every three to five years. Apart from regular cesspool
pumping, regular inspection and maintenance are also important. This
includes not using harsh chemicals or bleach when cleaning the toilet,
bathtubs, and sinks, as the chemicals can damage or destroy the natural
chemical compounds used to break down waste.
When
problems do occur, it is best to call a professional plumber. An experienced
plumber will use professional tools to inspect the drain pipes without creating
any damage to the surrounding drain field. They usually use long snake pipes
and specially designed cameras to check everything out and ensure that there is
nothing blocking the free passage of effluents. They also check that there are
no tree roots that are growing into the pipes causing them to crack and also
blocking the path.
Should
they discover any problems, a professional plumber
will take immediate action to minimize the damage and restore the efficient
functioning of the system.
With
proper maintenance and inspection, you will be able to identify problems with
your cesspool early on. This will help you fix those before they lead to your
system’s failure, potentially saving you thousands of dollars in replacement
cost.
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