A properly running septic tank is vital to a home's operation. When the septic tank quits working, you will experience serious inconveniences, from sewer water backup in your home to serious damage to your home and its surrounding structures. If you do not maintain your septic tank, you could also end up needing a replacement much sooner, which can get costly. 

To keep your septic tank in good working order, you should have it cleaned regularly as part of your regular home maintenance routine. The following are some benefits of consistent septic tank cleaning.

Regular Cleaning Prevents Water Pollution

The liquid matter in a septic tank eventually makes its way to the drainfield. The solid matter in the tank turns into a sludge substance that prevents the passage of liquids. Over time, the liquids, which can be hazardous matter, will stagnate. The stagnated liquid can pollute the groundwater in your area, potentially harming important water sources.

Regular septic tank cleaning prevents the liquids from sitting stagnant and causing damage to your groundwater. The liquid instead drains into the drainfield and keeps everything clean and healthy.

Regular Cleaning Helps Your Septic Tank Last Longer

Just like any other appliance or fixture, regular maintenance of a septic tank ensures it lasts as long as possible. A septic system works hard to remove solid waste from the water in your home. If you do not have the system cleared of clogs and blockages, the septic system can stop working properly.

The lack of maintenance means the septic tank has to work harder to do its job, particularly when it has to contend with years of solid sludge. Regular pumping will give the tank a break and allow it to work more efficiently.

As you clean the septic tank, the absorption area of the soil can dry and can take a break. This helps improve the operation of the system.

Regular Cleaning Will Save Money

Though regular septic tank cleaning does have a cost associated with it, you will ultimately save money in maintenance and replacement costs over time. If you do not take care of your septic tank, it can leak and damage your home, surrounding structures, and landscaping. The septic tank itself could eventually require replacement if it goes unchecked.

When you keep it in good condition, you don't have to worry about emergency repairs or early replacement.

Regular Cleaning Keeps Your Home Healthy

Above anything else, proper septic tank maintenance and cleaning will keep your home clean and healthy. Septic tanks hold gallons of toxic waste that can harm your family and any surrounding soil and animal life.

The contents of the tank are hazardous and have a foul smell. By keeping the septic system clean of waste on a regular basis, you will avoid all the negative aspects of owning a septic tank.

Regular Cleaning Is Good for Your Home's Value

If you have plans to sell your home in the future, a healthy septic system is a great selling point. As home buyers search for homes in your area, they will be more drawn to a house that has had proper maintenance, including septic tank maintenance. If your home maintenance records indicate you have not properly cared for your septic system, buyers are more likely to pass.

Septic tank maintenance is crucial for the health of your home. The last thing you want to deal with is an unexpected plumbing problem that causes damage to your home. For assistance with your septic tank, or if you have any questions about septic tank cleaning, please contact Dr. Flush Inc. We are happy to schedule a time to look at your septic tank and help you come up with a good maintenance regimen.