mardi 27 mai 2014

Washington Septic Tank Pumping Details

By Selena Chery


Septic tanks are major parts of septic systems, which are small-scale systems used for handling sewage. These are most common in places where there is no connection to a main line of sewage pipes offered by private corporations or even local governments. Washington septic tank pumping is an available service offered by many companies that may even include residential alarm calls.

Systems are designed with simplicity. The drains that are located in a property all feed to a single pipe that then goes to a tank that is buried outdoors on the property. When the waste from the shower, sink, toil and washing machine leaves the property, it is combined together. Once it goes to the tank, it is separated.

The heavy matter found in this waste is called sludge and sinks down. At the top is where the proteins, fats and oils form a layer of floating scum. The middle portion is filled with a clearer liquid known as effluent or gray water.

The systems are designed so that effluent is the only part that is discharged into a drain field. The field, also called a leach field, includes a set of pipes that have holes that release the liquid in the grown. Maintenance of such systems is important and can be done by both the property owner and professionals.

Most systems have a high water alarm. If the level gets to the alarm float, audible and visual signals are sent out. Location of the alarm will vary by property but is often located under the kitchen sink or in a garage. An alarm that has been activated means there is little storage space left before the system will begin to back up into the house or overflow entirely.

This is when it is ideal to call out professionals to take care of problems, as proper drainage is a must. Property owners are encouraged to start conserving water once the alarm is activated. This will help until professionals can fix the problem.




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