| Precision Trenching Spring Grove, IL 815-482-7703 |
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| Keeping a Healthy Septic System 1) Keep surface water away. Roof drainage, downspouts, sump pump discharge needs to be kept away from the leachfield. Channel water away with appropriate landscaping. 2) Using the right plants can prevent damage to the leachfield. Pine trees are helpful as they absorb the water. Willows and some other trees roots search out the wet areas and plug the leachfield. Grass is helpful to prevent soil erosion. 3) Avoid Damage. Do not run heavy equipment across the leachfield, and do not build anything over it. Repairs can be expensive. 4) Conserve water. To much water will push untreated solids out into the leachfield and can plug the runs. Washing clothes and showers should not be done at same time 5) Keep Drains Clean. Do not dump paints, oils, poisons, grease, cooking oils, coffee grounds, diapers, cigarette butts, sanitary napkins or anything that is not biodegradeable. 6) Use Chemicals Sparingly. Household cleaners, bleach and disinfectants can kill the systems bacteria. 7) At Least Every Other Year. All septic fields should be flushed out (water jetted) and pumped out, By doing this it helps keep the stone and dirt clean from septic matter which clogs them preventing water runoff causing a failed system. At this time the headers and distribution boxes are checked to see if damage has occurred from acid in gases or excessive weight. |
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Here are the basic stages of a septic system.
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