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Septic System Maintenance

Septic Systems Require Regular Maintenance 

Just like any engineered system, septic systems require regular inspection and maintenance to continue to perform correctly.  Fortunately, septic systems typically have very few moving parts and only require minimal regular maintenance.  These maintenance requirements range from inspection, cleaning/replacing filters, servicing pumps, checking pipes, and inspecting drain field function. 


Paying for regular maintenance every three to five years is actually a bargain compared to the cost of repairing or replacing a malfunctioning system, which can cost between $4,000 and $9,000 for a conventional system. Alternative systems can cost even more. The frequency of pumping required for each system depends on how many people live in the home and the size of the system.

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How Often Does My Septic Tank Require Maintenance?

Most septic systems require regular maintenance every 3 to 5 years.  Although, this recommendation can change significantly depending on the design  of your septic system.  Don't wait until you have an emergency!  If you haven't had your septic system serviced in more than 3 years, we recommend that you schedule an appointment today for an inspection.  Our professionally trained septic system experts will evaluate your system and recommend a long term treatment plan to help ensure that your system continues to function properly.

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Regular Maintenance Required

Septic Tank Pumping

The single most important requirement when it comes to the regular maintenance required for your septic system is regular pumping of the tank.  This ensures that the system will process the solids correctly and prevent your sytem from becoming clogged up and beginning to break down.

Filter Cleaning or Replacement

Inside a septic tank, there are several important components that must function correctly in order for a septci system to process waste.  If any of these internal components become damaged through neglect or decay, the entire system can break down and create an emergency.  Regular inspection, cleaning, and replacment will help ensure that the internal parts of your septic system will continue to process waste as designed.

Electrical Water Pumps

Depending on the design of your septic system and drain field, you may have an electrical pump that performs an essential role in the dispersion of wastewater into your drain field.  When an electrical pump fails, it will cause the entire system to shut down and no longer process wastewater as it is introduced into the system.  This will create an emergency as waste begins to backup into the home.  If your system contains an electrical pump, it is recommended the pump should be inspected annually to ensure proper function.  

  • Septic Tank Pumping

    The single most important requirement when it comes to the regular maintenance required for your septic system is regular pumping of the tank.  This ensures that the system will process the solids correctly and prevent your sytem from becoming clogged up and beginning to break down.

  • Filter Cleaning or Replacement

    Inside a septic tank, there are several important components that must function correctly in order for a septci system to process waste.  If any of these internal components become damaged through neglect or decay, the entire system can break down and create an emergency.  Regular inspection, cleaning, and replacment will help ensure that the internal parts of your septic system will continue to process waste as designed.

  • Electrical Water Pumps

    Depending on the design of your septic system and drain field, you may have an electrical pump that performs an essential role in the dispersion of wastewater into your drain field.  When an electrical pump fails, it will cause the entire system to shut down and no longer process wastewater as it is introduced into the system.  This will create an emergency as waste begins to backup into the home.  If your system contains an electrical pump, it is recommended the pump should be inspected annually to ensure proper function.

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