Septic systems are located on properties and help treat and dispose of wastewater. The types of systems, their capabilities and their size depend on a range of factors, however they are have one common goal - treat wastewater.

Every home has a way to get rid of wastewater and, depending on the household, this can be done in different ways. And it doesn't matter how many people live in your home or how many fixtures you have, wastewater treatment is still super important.

Now you know how a septic system works, how do you keep your system running smoothly and effectively throughout the year? And how do you know when it’s time to ‘de-sludge’ your system? There are a few general do’s and don’t you should know, however it is always recommended that you speak to a licenced plumber about the best maintenance and care for your particular system. The amount of usage a septic system receives may affect the regularity of maintenance and the need for cleaning and pumping, so give them a call!

Septic systems can last for decades. However, they also need to be maintained regularly to prevent health hazards and to prevent them from affecting the local environment. A failed septic system is a health and safety hazard.

When municipal wastewater treatment isn’t available, on-site septic systems are often installed into a property to manage the sewage and septic waste generated by the facility. These septic systems treat the septic waste to a certain degree, removing the bulk of organic solids from the wastewater, which prepares it for secondary treatment. Once the effluent has undergone secondary treatment, it is then suitable for irrigation use. Septic tank irrigation systems are more of a term used to describe the combination of a septic system that can treat sewage to the secondary standard, like an aerated wastewater treatment system, and a sub-surface irrigation system.

Chemical drain cleaners can be very harmful for the good enzymes and bacteria in your septic tank which help to break down the sewage and treat the wastewater.