How to Know When It's Time for Septic Tank Pumping
A septic system provides a proper channel for wastewater disposal from the home. A septic tank is costly, and the size you install in your home corresponds with the number of people in your home and your water use. The septic tank collects all the wastewater from your house and requires timely septic tank pumping to remove solids accumulated over a given period.
"How do you know when it is time for septic tank pumping?" you may ask.
The best way to know that your septic tank requires pumping is by measuring the solids level in the septic tank using a sludge judge. The sludge judge has markings indicating the tank's water level and solids. You should pump your septic tank if the solids are 20% of the septic tank. If the solids exceed the 20% mark, it makes it difficult to pull out of the solids.
You should not allow the solids to go past 60% of the tank as the solids could get pushed to the drain field, damaging the septic and diminishing its lifespan. The number of people in a household and tank size determine the length of time for septic tank pumping.
