Preventing Plumbing Problems

3 Things To Know About Your Septic Tank

19 July 2018 by Calvin Simmmons

For many homeowners, a septic system provides the best way of dealing with wastewater. If your home is not connected to municipal sewer systems, then a septic system is a necessity. While a septic tank may be little intimidating for some, they are more common than you might think. In fact, around one in five homes in the US relies on septic systems for dealing with wastewater. If your home uses a septic tank for wastewater treatment, here are three things that you should know.

Your Septic Tank Needs to Be Cleaned

The first thing that you should know about your septic tank is that it does require maintenance. Septic tank cleaning is something that is required every few years. There are plenty of professionals who offer these septic services and who can help keep your system in working order. Cleaning a septic tank costs on average between $75 and $200 for average sized tanks; larger tanks cost between $200 and $350 to be cleaned. Your septic tank needs to be serviced every 1 to 3 years, and service takes between 4 and 5 hours to complete. 

Sometimes Repairs Are Needed

Even a well-maintained septic system will occasionally need repair. What you should know is that if your septic tank needs repairs, they should be done as soon as possible by a company like American Septic Service. A broken septic system can be a health hazard. The cost of septic tank repair can vary depending on the issue and the size of the system. On average, you can expect to pay between $613 and $2,385 for septic tank repair. Due to potential health hazards, repair is best left to knowledgeable and experienced professionals. 

Repair Versus Replacement

Most septic systems will last somewhere between 25 and 30 years with proper care and maintenance. As your system begins to get close to the end of its typical lifespan, you may want to start considering replacement. Replacement is also something you should consider once repair costs start to add up. The cost of a new septic system ranges on average between $2,810 and $8,353. Aerobic systems tend to be more expensive than anaerobic septic systems. Also, the larger the septic tank, the more expensive the system will be. For most homes, a 1,000 to 2,000 gallon septic tank is sufficient.

If you have a septic tank, there are a few things that you should know. Regular maintenance and septic tank cleaning is a must for these systems. Even with proper maintenance, some septic tank repairs may be required. The average lifespan of a septic tank is between 25 and 30 years. If your system is near the end of its typical lifespan or is in need of repair often, it may be time to consider a replacement. 

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