Septic System Care
Do
- Conserve water, install water-saving appliances and repair plumbing leaks
- Limit the use of chemicals that can kill the “good bacteria” in your system
- Divert downspouts away from your drain field
- Have your septic tank pumped and inspected regularly – (Department of Health recommends every 3 years)
Don’t
- Use a garbage disposal (unless specifically designed for use with septic)
- Flush non-biodegradable products
- Dump solvents, oils, paints or poisons down the drain
- Allow vehicles to drive over your drain field and compact the soil