Maintaining a healthy and efficient septic system is crucial for safeguarding both your property and your investment. As a homeowner or business owner, the responsibilities extend beyond the initial installation – regular care and maintenance are paramount. In this blog, we’ll delve into the significance of routine septic tank pumping and introduce you to BBB Septic’s comprehensive service program. Neglecting your septic system’s upkeep can lead to costly issues and potential health risks. Let’s explore why it’s essential to pump your septic tank every three to five years and how BBB Septic’s service program offers worry-free maintenance.

Ensuring the optimal functioning of your septic system is paramount for the efficient disposal of wastewater in both residential and business settings. The accumulation of solid waste over time within the septic tank necessitates a regular pumping schedule every three to five years, a crucial element in septic system maintenance. Here are additional reasons why prioritizing septic tank pumping is essential:

Preserving Home Value: Failure to prioritize septic tank pumping not only compromises the efficiency of your septic system but also directly impacts the overall value of your property. Regular maintenance is not just a necessity for functionality; it’s a strategic investment in the long-term health and marketability of your home.

• Preventing Environmental Overload: The accumulation of waste in the septic tank can lead to environmental overload, potentially causing backups, clogs, and the unsightly surfacing of sewage in your yard or even within your home. Regular pumping acts as a preventive measure, averting these disruptive and unpleasant scenarios.
• Enhancing Environmental Sustainability: Beyond preventing immediate issues, regular septic tank pumping contributes to environmental sustainability. By ensuring the efficient separation of solids and liquids, it promotes the proper treatment of wastewater, reducing the environmental impact of poorly managed septic systems.
• Safeguarding Public Health: An efficiently pumped septic tank minimizes the risk of health hazards associated with sewage backups. Protecting public health becomes a critical factor in the equation, as neglecting septic tank pumping can lead to the contamination of groundwater and potential exposure to harmful pathogens.
• Preserving Drain Field Functionality: The drain field is a vital component of the septic system, responsible for the final stage of wastewater treatment. Regular pumping prevents solid waste from reaching and clogging the drain field, preserving its functionality and extending its lifespan.
• Reducing Repair Costs: Neglecting the regular pumping of your septic tank can result in accumulated solids damaging not only the tank but other system components. This can lead to costly repairs and, in severe cases, necessitate a complete system replacement. Investing in regular pumping is a cost-effective measure to avoid these substantial financial burdens.
• Complying with Environmental Regulations: Many regions have environmental regulations in place to govern septic system maintenance. Regular pumping ensures compliance with these regulations, preventing potential fines or legal consequences for failing to uphold environmental standards.
• Enhancing System Efficiency in High-Volume Settings: In businesses or households with high wastewater output, regular pumping becomes even more critical. It ensures that the septic system can efficiently handle increased volumes, preventing overload and maintaining optimal performance.

In summary, septic tank pumping every three to five years is not merely a maintenance task – it’s a multifaceted strategy to prevent environmental issues, protect public health, preserve property value, and ensure the long-term functionality of your septic system. Prioritizing this routine maintenance contributes to a healthier, more sustainable, and financially prudent living or working environment.

Joining BBB Septic’s Service Program

BBB Septic understands the challenges of septic system maintenance and offers a comprehensive service program to alleviate your concerns. Our worry-free maintenance program is designed to provide you with peace of mind by ensuring regular care and prompt attention to your septic system’s needs. To kickstart your worry-free journey with BBB Septic’s service program, the first step is getting your septic tank pumped. This initial requirement sets the stage for effective and uninterrupted maintenance. Pumping the tank clears the way for our program to optimize your septic system’s performance.

Benefits of Joining the Septic Maintenance Program

• Automated Scheduling for Regular Maintenance: Enrolling in our service program means you no longer need to worry about scheduling maintenance manually. We take care of it for you, ensuring that your septic system receives the attention it needs at the right intervals.
• Protection Against Property Damage and Health Risks: Our program is designed to protect your property from potential damage caused by septic system malfunctions. By addressing issues proactively, we mitigate the risk of backups and sewage spills that can pose health hazards.
• Priority Service in Emergencies for Members: As a valued member, you gain priority access to our services in case of emergencies. Our team is ready to assist you promptly, offering peace of mind during unexpected situations.
• Hassle-Free Repairs with a 10% Discount on Parts and Labor: In the event of repairs, our service program provides members with a 10% discount on both parts and labor. This ensures that you receive cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality.
• Regular Pumping Included in the Service Agreement: We understand the importance of regular pumping, and it’s a fundamental aspect of our service program. With scheduled pumping included in the agreement, you can be confident that your septic tank will be consistently maintained.

Automate Your Septic System Maintenance

Amid life’s chaos, our service program takes a proactive approach, automating regular maintenance scheduling to relieve you from the constant worry of remembering septic care tasks. This seamless integration into your routine ensures your septic system gets the necessary attention even amidst hectic schedules. Prioritizing home safety, our automated checks and services minimize potential health hazards linked to poorly managed septic systems, providing a secure environment for your family. Enrolling in our program isn’t just about automation; it signifies a commitment to personalized and thorough septic system care. Through a meticulous multi-point checklist upon enrollment, we tailor our services to meet your unique needs, ensuring every facet of your septic system receives the attention it deserves for long-term health and efficiency.

Ready to safeguard your property and enjoy worry-free septic system maintenance? Contact BBB Septic now to enroll in our comprehensive service program.

Is your Halloween excitement masking a lurking nightmare in your home? With October here, it’s that magical time when neighborhoods come alive with spooky decorations. Halloween’s enchantment is in the air, from eerily realistic skeletons dancing in the breeze on front porches to intricately carved jack-o’-lanterns casting a ghostly glow, Halloween’s enchantment is in the air. But here’s the twist: what if something more ominous lurks amid the festive decor and chilling adornments? In some unlucky instances, this malevolent intruder hides under your nose –  and it’s your septic system. 

In the spirit of our Halloween special, we’re here to uncover a few eerie signs you should watch out for this season, ensuring your Halloween remains delightfully scare-free.

You Smell Something Spooky

Imagine this: you’re setting up your ghoulish decorations, but an unsettling smell lingers in the air, one that even the most fragrant pumpkin-scented candle can’t disguise. If the scent is less “trick-or-treat” and more reminiscent of a sewage leak, you’re in for an unwelcome surprise. This unpleasant odor indicates that something has gone awry with your septic system, especially concerning the drain field. A properly functioning septic system should keep gases, liquids, and solids sealed within, far from your senses. However, a breach in this system can release a truly putrid stench, indicating an urgent need for repairs to avert the nightmare of a sewage backup.

Your Grass Looks Swampy

As you step into your yard to admire the spine-chilling outdoor decorations, you can’t help but notice something rather peculiar – standing water or the oddly soggy ground beneath your feet. It’s almost as if your lawn is trying to communicate a sinister secret below the surface. But here’s the twist: early septic system troubles can often masquerade as a stroke of luck. An unusually vibrant, emerald-green lawn may seem like a pleasant surprise, but, in this case, it’s not a good omen. That lush grass is signaling a minor septic leak that could lead to unwelcome consequences for both your lawn and your home. Allowing it to go unaddressed might result in more horrifying damage than any Halloween decoration. If you detect these unsettling changes in your front yard, don’t hesitate – reach out to your trusted local plumbers before this seemingly positive guise becomes a full-blown horror story!

Your Drains Have Entered the Danger Zone

Imagine this scenario: you’re going about your day when suddenly, you notice something amiss. The sinks and drains move slower, and water backs up in your plumbing. Even the simplest tasks, such as handwashing, become unexpectedly challenging. If you ever find yourself in this situation, it could mean that your septic system is dealing with a clog. Slow drainage and recurrent blockages indicate that something might be amiss in your plumbing. In such cases, reaching out to professionals for a drain cleaning can help restore the proper flow of your plumbing system. 

Conclusion

As you embrace the Halloween spirit, remember that while your decorations may create a delightfully spooky atmosphere, certain signs should prompt a more serious concern. Your septic system, often out of sight but crucial, can transform your holiday into a genuine fright if not properly maintained.

But fear not, because the experts at BBB Septic are here to assist. If you have uncertainties about your septic system’s condition, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re just a phone call away, prepared to investigate and provide solutions for a worry-free season.

You asked, we answered.

Over 60 million people across the country rely on septic tanks to treat wastewater. After all, they’re a great solution for property owners in suburban and rural areas that lack access to conventional sewer systems. 

If you’re one of those homeowners, we know you’ve wondered about septic tank additives – it’s one of our most frequently asked questions! 

The short answer is this: Yes, our team recommends responsible use of approved additives, but let’s break that down a bit more.

Why use additives?

While septic tanks were designed to work without additives, the items we use every day often harm its natural processes.

Septic tanks use good, living bacteria to break down solids that have gone down your drains, but products like hand soap, laundry detergent, fabric softener, bleach, and other household cleaners with antibacterial properties kill off that bacteria, making them good for your household but bad for your septic tank. 

The BBB Solution: Just Flush. 

There are many choices when it comes to additives, but don’t feel overwhelmed. Our team has conducted extensive testing over the years and we highly recommend Just Flush, an easy-to-use, super concentrated, all natural septic sludge and odor eliminator. This no chemical, non-toxic product works best when used monthly as a sort of booster shot for your system, and is available for purchase on our website or at no cost as part of our Septic Maintenance Program. 

Remember, nothing beats a regular maintenance schedule.

Additives are a great way to support your tank, but the best way to ensure your septic system runs smoothly is proper, regularly scheduled maintenance. 

Questions? Give us a call at (479) 225-9800 or fill out our contact form. 

Did you know that the average person spends nearly thirteen hours cleaning and tidying their home each week (American Cleaning Institute, 2018)? Now, we can’t tell you if that’s too much or too little – we’ll leave that up to you to decide – but with so much cleaning to do we figured we’d make it a little easier with this Lou & Swirly checklist! 

Septic Safe Bathroom Cleaning Products  

If there’s one room where chemical cleaners are really put to work, it’s the bathroom, but beware homeowners! Overuse of harsh chemical products can be pretty rough on your septic system and might lead to costly repairs. In fact, just two gallons of chlorine bleach can kill off all necessary bacteria in a 1,000 gallon septic tank, so make sure you’re using your cleaning products responsibly or consider using septic safe alternatives. 

For natural, septic safe alternatives our team recommends:

• Apple Cider Vinegar or White Vinegar – Good on hard stains and odors, this non-toxic, multipurpose product works best when you let it sit for a few hours and then scrub. 
• Baking Soda – Effective and affordable! Let baking soda sit overnight in the toilet bowl and then in the morning, just flush and scrub. 
• Amway L.O.C. Bathroom Cleaner – This L.O.C. or, liquid organic cleaner, is naturally derived and dissolves soap scum with ease. It’s also great for water spots, film, and more, making it a great all-purpose cleaner. 

Need help with your septic system? Give us a call at 479-225-9800 or email us at info@bbbseptic.com. 

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.

Having issues with your septic? Give us a Call (479) 271-0058. Or chat with us live during business hours (Chat Box Bottom Right Corner)