Problems That Need Septic System Service NJ

The tank is a kind of sewage system that is based upon the activities of the anaerobic bacteria. This sewage system is basically a tiny module of sewage system that usually runs at individual homes. It is also referred to as the septic system. It comes below on-site sewage facility systems. The bacteria present in the sealed tank decompose the waste materials discharged inside the tank.

The Septic Tank

This kind of tank is a circular or rectangular tank made of plastic, concrete or fiber, having different capacity which range from 1000 to 2000 gallons. In general, it is buried in the ground having its top area in ground level.

It contains two openings, one on either end. The one end is connected to an inlet pipe transporting waste water, and the other end is attached to an outlet pipe often known as the drainage pipe, which carries water toward the drain field. A connector is utilized for connecting with its outlets. It combines two to three vertical chambers that are separated by walls with an opening at the middle. Regular Septic System Service NJ is necessary to have it maintained.

The System

When the waste water goes in the first chamber, the solid waste gets in it making it possible for the scum to flow. The fluid element runs through the opening to go into the next chamber if solid waste still exists, then it will get settled there. The settled waste will then be decomposed by the micro-organisms that are present there, by means of anaerobic process.

Decomposition cuts down on the amount of solid waste, while the excess water that is somewhat clear is carried out to a drainage field through an outlet. With percolation method, the excess water journeys downward along with its remaining pollutants being decomposed in the water and soil is either included to the ground water or absorbed by the roots of trees and shrubs.

Some Problems

• Dumping excessive water in the tank via the inlet pipe can cause overloading and may be the cause of its failure. Regular septic system service for plumbing leakages and doing water conservation will help the operation of the system.

• Since grease and oil float on water, throwing such elements can fill up the top area of the tank that may contribute to choking the inlet pipes. Furthermore, these substances are extremely hard to decompose and can create odor problems.

• Throwing of non-biodegradable items such as sanitary towels, cotton buds, and many others will clog and easily fill a septic tank. Therefore, these objects must not be flushed through this way.

• A number of chemical substances can limit the functioning of a tank because of their chemical reactions to the septic tank alone, particularly herbicides, pesticides and  highly concentrated substances with bleach or any other inorganic materials.

• The roots of the shrubbery and trees growing above the septic tank or the drain field can also clog as well as break them.

If the system is damaged or has been malfunctioning, it is your responsibility to contact the local environmental or health authority before trying any repairs by you or contacting a septic system service company.