Co-Owner · October 20, 2020
Fall is a good time to start thinking about how you'll take care of your septic system through the cold months, especially if you live out in the country. As always, maintenance is key. Before winter, it's a good idea to get your septic tank cleaned and pumped. Septic tanks with accumulated sludge can cause problems in winter, and fixing a failed system in the cold can be hard and expensive.
We've put together a few tips to keep your septic system from freezing.
Tips to keep your septic system from freezing
- Add a layer of mulch over the pipes, tank, and soil treatment area to act as insulation.
- Don’t leave your water running to prevent freezing.
- If you’re a homeowner planning a holiday vacation, have someone visit and use hot water regularly.
- Fix any leaky plumbing. Small amounts of water going into the system can freeze as thin ice layers within pipes, and eventually close them.
- Keep all vehicles off the septic system.