Septic Service FAQ
How do I find my septic tank cover?How often does your septic need to be pumped?
How do I know what type of septic system I have?
Who digs up the septic cover?
Can I have the cover flush with the ground?
How much does is cost to service a septic?
What type of toilet paper is the best for my septic?
The septic alarm is going off, what does that mean?
I got a letter in the mail from the county, what do I do with it?
How do I find my septic tank cover?
The best way to determine the location of your septic tank cover is to stand along side the closest pipe to the house, look towards the house, and measure four to six feet towards the house.
How often does your septic need to be pumped?
State regulations require home owners to pump and/or have their septic tank serviced every three years. It is also important to take into consideration the number of occupants living in the house and the amount of water usage.
How do I know what type of septic system I have?
There are many different systems a person may have. The system installed depends on the year the system in installed and the type of soil the system is installed in. You can generally tell from the visual appearance what type of system you have. The mound system has an elevated absorption mound above ground level with venting pipes above ground. The drainfield consists of long underground perforated pipes or tiles connected to the septic tank. A drywell is a cylinder in the ground intended to receive septic effluent such as the outlet from a septic tank.
Who digs up the septic cover?
The home owner is responsible for exposing the cover. The homeowner should know the location of the cover whereas the service technician would have to locate it. If the service technician has to locate and dig the cover up it can be very time consuming and will require a charge for the service.
Can I have the cover flush with the ground?
We supply 6" and 12" cement rings to rise the cover closer to the ground. If the cover is flush with the ground, you must have a chain and lock securing the lid.
How much does is cost to service a septic?
It varies depending location and type of system; please call our office for a quote. (715) 425-1025.
What type of toilet paper is the best for my septic?
The important factor is having a tissue that will breakdown quickly. A one-ply toilet paper is best for the septic and is less likely to clog your pipes. However, facial tissue (Kleenex) and paper towels do NOT break down easily, and should never be flushed down a toilet.
The septic alarm is going off, what does that mean?
That means that your septic tank is not draining properly and you should call as soon as possible.
