WHAT IS A SEPTIC SYSTEM?

Approximately 25% of North American households rely on septic systems for their sewage treatment. Septic systems are most commonly used when a home, property, or building has no access to municipal sewage systems. They safely treat the waste that is generated from the normal use of bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry areas in the home, and help convert it into treated wastewater to be dissipated into the soil.

Your septic system is a closed system with no moving parts, and with proper care and maintenance, it should last indefinitely. Even though it is not something you realize your septic system is working around the clock to treat your sewage. Homeowners must take an active role in ensuring that all parts of the septic system are used and maintained correctly. If it is not maintained, the septic system may fail and need repairs, or you might need to completely replace it, costing thousands of dollars.

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