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How Does a Septic System Work?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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A typical septic system consists of a septic tank, which is responsible for retaining solids and performing an initial treatment of your wastewater through bacterial activity, and a leaching field, which purifies the water by allowing it to infiltrate the soil where further bacterial treatment occurs.<\/p>\n

These systems play a crucial role in treating domestic wastewater, thus protecting public health and the environment.<\/p>\n

The lifespan and efficiency of a septic system can vary significantly based on several factors such as the technology used, the frequency and quality of maintenance, and the characteristics of the surrounding soil.<\/p>\n

For example, the lifespan of a conventional leaching field ranges from 20 to 30 years if used at full capacity, although some well-maintained systems may last longer.<\/p>\n

The lifespan of your leaching field depends on the types of treatments preceding it (type of septic tank, presence of secondary treatment systems such as Ecoflo, Bionest, System O, or Hydro-Kinetic) and how it is used over time. A thorough inspection can reveal how these factors influence the current state of your septic system.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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\"Why<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Why schedule an inspection?<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div>

It is advisable to have your septic system inspected when signs of end-of-life appear or when purchasing a new property.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Signs Not to Ignore:<\/h3><\/div>
<\/i><\/i><\/span>General Septic System Failures<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>
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