Every few months, suction trucks are dispatched to various locations in urban and semi-urban regions to empty septic tanks of sludge. However, the majority of them merely manage to remove the water from the top, leaving the solidified sludge behind. Regular suctioning is also not an option because to its high cost and, more importantly, the fact that it is only a short-term fix for a serious issue.

If neglected septic tanks are not periodically treated, they may pose a health risk and result in intolerable living conditions. 

However, regular pumpouts and the use of acids or caustic chemicals can be harmful, ineffectual, and highly reactive. 

The best and only practical way to maintain the health and functionality of septic tanks is to prevent damage.

You can prolong the life of your on-site wastewater system, save expensive repairs, and preserve water quality by routinely pumping and examining your septic system.