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by Custom Septic, Inc. | Oct 6, 2023 | FAQs, Septic Compliance Inspections, Septic Do's and Don'ts
Owning a home means routine maintenance and period repairs. However, nothing can quite prepare you for a major septic system problem. That is a different level of home maintenance. Your septic system is responsible for treating the waste materials from your home’s bathrooms, kitchen, washing machine and other plumbing fixtures. Your septic system will collect wastewater and allow it to separate into three different materials – scum, effluent, and sludge.
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by Custom Septic, Inc. | Sep 1, 2023 | Septic Do's and Don'ts, Septic Inspection, Septic Maintenance, Septic Malfunction
Septic systems play an integral role in effectively managing household wastewater in rural areas such as the Big Lake, Minnesota area. Unfortunately, however, some homeowners overlook the importance of regular septic maintenance; neglecting to do so can lead to costly repairs and system failure. With some simple tips in place, you can extend the longevity of your system while saving money with proper upkeep. Following these tips can save you time and money!
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by Custom Septic, Inc. | Jun 9, 2023 | Septic Do's and Don'ts, Septic Maintenance, Septic Malfunction
A good number of Minnesotans rely on septic tanks as the means for disposing of wastewater. While public sewer systems are managed and maintained by municipalities, homeowners with septic tanks must be responsible for its care and upkeep if leakage or overflow occur – creating serious health hazards in surrounding communities if their tank leaks or overflows. Though professional septic tank repair services should provide maintenance and inspection, there are certain tasks homeowners can perform themselves to help keep their septic system in good shape. Relying on a professional is always the best option.
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by Custom Septic, Inc. | Jun 2, 2023 | Septic Do's and Don'ts, Septic Maintenance, Septic System Contractor
Your septic system is an integral component of home infrastructure and responsible for managing wastewater efficiently. To prolong its longevity and avoid costly repairs, taking proactive measures that promote its health is key.
Regular pumping and inspections: One of the cornerstones of maintaining your septic system is scheduling regular pumping and inspections, to remove solid waste that accumulates over time in its tank, potentially
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by Custom Septic, Inc. | May 26, 2023 | Septic Do's and Don'ts, Septic Maintenance, Septic Malfunction
Septic systems are essential components of rural and suburban living, managing wastewater treatment and disposal efficiently. Unfortunately, their importance can often be misrepresented through misconceptions and myths; Custom Septic is here to disprove them all! As one of north west metro’s premiere septic service providers, Custom Septic can dispel all such myths while shining a light on what the truth really is behind each myth.
Myth #1: Septic systems require regular pumping
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by Custom Septic, Inc. | May 19, 2023 | Septic Compliance Inspections, Septic Do's and Don'ts, Septic Maintenance, Septic System Contractor
Weather this spring has not been kind, with a good bit of rainfall and no relief in sight. We, at Custom Septic, are often asked what the effects of too much water on their clients’ septic systems would be.
Reducing water use: Although your septic tank may appear closed, water could still seep into it if ground moisture levels become oversaturated, potentially leading to flooding of your septic system, and flooding its contents.
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