Fall is the ideal time to start thinking about how you’ll be caring for your septic system during the colder months, especially if you live in a more rural area. As always, maintenance is key. Before winter, it’s a good idea to have your septic tank cleaned and pumped. Septic tanks with accumulated sludge can possibly cause problems in the winter – and fixing a failed septic system in the cold weather can prove difficult and expensive!

For your convenience, we’ve gathered a few helpful tips for keeping your septic system from freezing. Have questions or need help? Give us a call!

Tips to Keep Your Septic System From Freezing

1. Add a layer of mulch over the pipes, tank, and soil treatment area to act as insulation. 

2. Don’t leave your water running to prevent freezing. 

3. If you’re a homeowner planning a holiday vacation, have someone visit and use hot water regularly.

4. Fix any leaky plumbing. Small amounts of water going into the system can freeze as thin ice layers within pipes, and eventually close them.

5. Keep all vehicles off the septic system.

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