Action Septic Digest

In Roswell, GA, Action Septic Tank Service installed an inlet baffle inside a homeowner’s septic tank. Having no inlet baffle in the existing tank caused a problematic septic backup.

A septic tank has an inlet baffle and an outlet baffle. The inlet baffle directs flow from the house sewer down into the septic tank to create a longer detention time for the sewage to allow the settling of solids. It also keeps the scum level from plugging the inlet pipe.

There are two types of baffles: wall baffles and sanitary tees. Action Septic Tank Service strongly recommends using sanitary tees, made of PVC piping. They are less likely to have plugging problems and will not deteriorate.

Baffles must be properly connected. They should be attached so they remain in place over the lifetime of the tank and should be accessible for septic inspections, repairs and replacement.

For more information about this on-site Roswell, GA septic repair, and for service, call Action Septic Tank Service at 770-922-1434.

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Action Septic Tank Service is located in Alpharetta-Milton, GA. Popular service areas include Alpharetta, Atlanta, Brookhaven, Buford, Canton, Crabapple, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, East Cobb, Gwinnett, Johns Creek, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, Peachtree Corners, Roswell, Sandy Springs and Suwanee.

Save $35 on your next septic tank pumping service with ACTION! To schedule, call 770-922-1434. Action Septic Tank Service provides flat-rate pricing. Prices are given upfront, without any hidden costs or fees. There are no gimmicks. Action Septic Tank Service continues to provide North GA, including Metro Atlanta and surrounding areas, with superior septic service. We are located in North Fulton County, specifically in the Alpharetta, GA – Milton, GA area. Our complete list of service areas includes:  Alpharetta, Atlanta, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Buford, Canton, Crabapple, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, East Cobb, Gwinnett, Holly Springs, Johns Creek, Kennesaw, Lake Lanier, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, North Fulton, Peachtree City, Peachtree Corners, Roswell, Sandy Springs, South Forsyth, Suwanee, Waleska, West Cobb and Woodstock. 

Action Septic Tank Service provides upfront pricing, without any hidden costs or fees. We urge you to beware of bait advertising!  Some septic companies advertise very low prices for septic pumping. Customers are then asked to pay additional fees at the time of service. Such add-ons may include:  locating your septic tank, digging, use of extra hoses, pumping solids, disposal and environmental fees. Be septic smart. For flat-rate septic pricing, call Action Septic Tank Service at 770-922-1434. Service areas include:  Alpharetta, Atlanta, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Buford, Canton, Crabapple, Cumming, Duluth, Dunwoody, East Cobb, Gwinnett, Holly Springs, Johns Creek, Kennesaw, Lake Lanier, Lawrenceville, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, North Atlanta, North Fulton, Peachtree Corners, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Suwanee, Waleska, West Cobb and Woodstock.

Action Septic Tank Service wants you to be septic smart in your home or business. We would like to share with you some important information about the possible causes and signs of septic trouble and failure.

For optimal performance, septic systems must be properly maintained. Factors that can negatively affect your system and cause septic failure include: lack of septic maintenance, blocked pipes, the nature of the soil, excessive water use, improper location, physical damage, incorrect installation and poor, original designs.

Be aware of the signs of septic failure. Examples of what you may SEE and SMELL are: sewage backflow in your home or business, sewage in your yard, slow drains, patches of greener grass near your septic system, unpleasant odors, decline in water quality and other negative environmental impacts.

Action Septic Tank Service provides complete septic service for residential, commercial and industrial systems in North GA, including Metro Atlanta and surrounding areas. We highly recommend scheduling annual septic inspections and having your septic tank pumped every 2-3 years. For more septic information and service,

please call 770-922-1434 and visit www.actionseptictankservice.com.

Service areas include:  Alpharetta, Brookhaven, Buckhead Buford, Canton, Crabapple, Duluth, Dunwoody, East Cobb, Gwinnett, Holly Springs, Johns Creek, Kennesaw, Lake Lanier, Marietta, Milton, Norcross, North Atlanta, North Fulton, Peachtree City, Peachtree Corners, Roswell, Sandy Springs, South Forsyth, Suwanee, Waleska, West Cobb and Woodstock.

Action Septic Tank Service urges you to care for your septic system in an environmentally-friendly way. Here are some of our greener tips you can practice in your home or business:

1. Keep hazardous chemicals from going down your drains. They get rid of the good bacteria that live inside your septic tank and break down waste. These chemicals could also contaminate the groundwater. Examples include fuels, motor oils, antifreeze and pesticides.

2. Conserve water. Not only is using less water better for our environment, it also lessens the strain on your septic system. Practice water conservation by following these tips: repair leaky faucets and pipes, take shorter showers, use your dishwasher and washing machines only for full loads, install water-saving shower heads, upgrade older toilets with WaterSense® models, read your water meter to check for hidden leaks, adjust your watering schedule to coordinate with seasonal weather conditions and landscape needs, direct water away from rain gutters and HVAC systems and minimize the use of your garbage disposal.

3. Use household cleaning products that are environmentally safe. Avoid using products containing too much bleach, pine oils and other hazardous chemicals.

4. Install a septic filter to prevent solids and non-biodegradable objects from entering and clogging the drainfield. Have the filter cleaned every time you service your septic system.

5. Schedule annual septic inspections. Septic inspections include locating the septic system, uncovering the manhole and inspection ports, checking the connections, measuring the scum and sludge layers and checking the septic tank itself.

6. Pump your septic tank every 2-3 years. This will extend the life of your septic system and help to give you optimal performance.

Be septic smart! For more septic information and service, please call 770-922-1434 and visitwww.actionseptictankservice.com.

Action Septic Tank Service strongly encourages you to take care of your septic system. Schedule routine septic inspections and have your septic tank pumped every 2-3 years. This will help to keep your system functioning properly.

If ever you SEE sewage backing up inside your drains or surfacing outside, or if you SMELL sewage in or around your home, your septic system could be failing. The possible causes of this type of septic trouble include:

-lack of maintenance
-clogged lines
-missing, broken or worn tees and baffles
-age of the septic system
-incorrect installation
-improper use of the septic system

What can you do to help maintain your septic system?  BE SEPTIC SMART!  Action Septic Tank Service recommends following these important septic-saving tips:

-Have your septic system inspected and your tank pumped every 2-3 years.
-Keep fats, oils and grease (FOG), coffee grinds, cat litter, diapers, wipes, pesticides, paint, thinners, sanitary products, dental floss, medicines and household chemicals from going down your drains.
-Protect your drainfield.
-Know the location of your septic system.
-Keep detailed records and include a copy of your septic tank permit.
-CONSERVE WATER.
-Try to limit the use of your garbage disposal. 

While some problems with septic systems are pretty apparent, there are some less obvious signs that can alert a homeowner to a problem before a component of the system fails entirely. Being able to recognize these symptoms can save you from having a major problem at the most inconvenient time.

1. Odors – Often odors that occur at the start of a septic system problem are quite faint, but they should not be ignored. There may be smells coming up through drains in the home, or they may be outside near the drain field or septic tank lid.
2. Slow Drains – When one drain is slow, it can simply be a partially clogged drain, but when all drains in the home begin draining slowly, that is a sign of a bigger issue.
3. Wet Areas – Spongy or soggy areas on the lawn near the septic system are usually indicative of a drain field problem.
4. Noises – If you start noticing unusual noises with your septic system, especially gurgling from toilets when they are flushed, this can be an indicator of a problem.
5. Backups – This is one of those very obvious signs of a problem and is cause for calling in a septic system professional immediately. This is true when backups are occurring from drains, but also if a toilet seems to constantly need plunging.
6. Frequent Need for Septic Pumping Services – Healthy septic systems should only require septic pumping every two to three years, depending on the size of the system and the number of people in the household. If your septic tank needs pumping more often than that, one of two things is happening: either the company is not fully pumping the system and you should consider hiring a different company, or the system is not properly balanced and needs maintenance to get it operating more efficiently.

Households that have a septic contractor come out once a year for septic system maintenance can usually avoid most major septic system problems. However, knowing what to watch for can also contribute toward avoiding many of the large problems that result from neglect.

 

Maintaining a septic system is similar to maintaining your vehicle. Would you drive your car or truck for years without ever taking it into the mechanic for a tuneup? The same is true for septic systems. You shouldn’t go several years without making sure that necessary septic pump maintenance is taken care of.

For example, if you own a vehicle, you probably get your oil changed every three to four months. In addition to this regular oil change, you may also change out your air filters, add some windshield wiper fluid, and make sure your tires are properly inflated. Septic pump maintenance is similar to getting regular oil changes. You will need to get periodic checks done on your system. Every few months, you should have your septic system company come over and make sure that all of the inlets and the outlets of the tank are in working condition and all the pumps are operating correctly.

Would you ever put soda, water, or other harmful substances into your car’s gas tank? Just like you should only put gas into your car, you should only let toilet paper and waste get flushed down into your septic system. You should avoid letting substances like coffee grounds, sanitary napkins, diapers, cooking grease, and anything else that you question from getting down into your septic tank and clogging the system.

When you make septic pump maintenance a priority, you can avoid costly repairs and the hassle of living with a septic system that isn’t functioning correctly. Call us at Action Septic Tank Service if you need advice, repairs, or any other kind of assistance with your septic system.

 

If you have a septic system, you will likely run into a problem with it at some point. At Action Septic Tank Service, we have been providing septic tank repair services. Because of our extensive experience in septic tank repair, we know exactly how to get your septic system back into perfect condition. There are several types of problems that we run into regularly that may be occurring with your system.

An essential part of every septic system is a soak away area filled with rocks and rubble that absorbs the waste water from your home into the ground. Over time, you may notice you need septic tank repair because your toilet keeps overflowing, the drains in your home start making strange noises, or you find that there is a horrible smell coming from your yard. All of these instances may indicate that your system is experiencing soakaway failure.

Another problem that you may run into with your septic system occurs when your septic tank becomes clogged and starts to overflow. To prevent this from happening, homeowners should plan on getting their septic tank pumped to get rid of the waste in their system at least every 3 to 5 years.

While these are just two of the main problems we encounter with the septic systems we service, we are able to accomplish any type of septic tank repair our customers may need. The next time your toilet starts to overflow or you smell something foul in your yard, give us a call at Action Septic Tank Service for quick, efficient, and affordable septic tank repair.