Ask the Experts

How do I know I got a good septic service?

We recommend that the homeowner be present when the pumper comes. You can see how long the job takes, whether backwashes are needed and ask questions regarding the condition of the septic. If you cannot be present, we suggest that you take a strong flashlight and look down into the incoming standpipes of your tank (the 1st pipe on the septic tank). After the pumper has completed his job, be sure that it was your septic that was pumped. It has been known to happen that the wrong tank has been pumped out what with missing street signs, lack of house numbers and new drivers on a route. If pumped properly, you should not see any solids at all. Mountains of solids are an indication you did not get a clean tank.

TIP: A properly cleaned tank will extend the life of your septic system for years.