Septic tanks are standard methods of waste removal in rural homes that are not connected to the city sewage system. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in the U.S., septic tanks are used in more than 20% of homes. Even though this number is not very high, proper maintenance, like septic tank cleaning, is necessary to ensure your system continues to run correctly. Here's a list of reasons why septic tank cleaning is so important.

Prevents System Failures

When a septic tank is full of waste, it can’t function properly. However, the components of your system will continue to try to work, even if they cannot. This often leads to parts of the system failing. Then, it can lead to the entire system failing. Homeowners will have to pay a hefty price to replace their system.

Avoids Nasty Odors

According to the EPA, your septic tank is full of waste. This waste emits odors that you usually don’t notice are there. However, if your tank is full, you’ll slowly smell a foul odor in the area. Over time, this odor will become more pungent, impacting the air quality near your house and neighbors. Not only is this unpleasant, it’s also dangerous. Avoid this situation with regular professional inspection and tank cleaning.

Increases System Longevity

You can easily make your septic system last longer with regular maintenance. Routine cleaning ensures that system components are always able to handle waste. During a routine cleaning, you can ask a professional to complete a thorough inspection to ensure the system is in good working condition. This little preventative maintenance can help your system last years longer than expected.

Helps You Follow Regulations

In our professional experience, most areas have regulations regarding septic systems. These regulations include having the tank cleaned regularly to protect the environment. When you don’t, dangerous gases can be released into the atmosphere, hurting the local environment. Toxic waste can seep into the ground. In severe cases, this can contaminate the local water supply. You may wind up with a hefty fine, too.

Septic tank cleaning is necessary to be environmentally friendly and care for your septic system. Homeowners should always take their time with this job to ensure safety. Call Bluffton Aeration today if you’re unsure how often your tank needs to be cleaned. Our professionals can advise you, and we’ll happily schedule an appointment to clean your tank.