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SEPTIC TANK
MAINTENANCE
If you are fortunate enough to have city water and sewer pipes reaching out to your property, you don’t have to worry about septic tank maintenance. However, over 2/3 of our population live in areas that DO have to worry about septic tanks. If you are one of them, you may ask: “If my septic system is working properly, is it still necessary to have it pumped?” The answer is a resounding YES. The time to pump it is before you have problems - not after.
A properly working system traps the digesting solids in the septic tank so that only rather clean water drains off into the drain field, gradually plugging the pores in the soil under the drain field, and eventually, causing system failure.
How often should it be pumped? It depends upon the size of the tank and usage, of course. Generally, once every 1 to 3 years is suggested. Even if septic systems do not apply to your present home, they may be a serious consideration if you decide to purchase a vacation or second home in the country, or even in the outskirts of a major city.
If there is anything we can do to help you in the field of real estate, please phone or drop in at EILEEN M. DAY, Realtor, The Clopton House, Washington, VA. 22747. Phone: 6753400. We’re here to help.
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