Septic & Holding Tank Pumping in Northumberland County
From small homes to large commercial buildings, if your property has a septic system, your tank will eventually need to be pumped. For reliable, safe, and clean pumping, Johnson Septic Service Ltd. is your choice in Northumberland County.
Most modern septic tanks are built to hold large quantities, but sludge build-up will still occur. When it's time to get back to a blank slate, our skilled team will use our innovative equipment to quickly and thoroughly get the job done. You may only see us once every few years, but you'll appreciate the quality of service we deliver.
The consequences of not having your septic tank pumped can be severe; system failure can cause health and water contamination problems. If you're not sure how close you are to needing your septic tank pumped, give us a call or fill out the form below to speak with one of our team members.
Don't procrastinate and let a simple tank pumping turn into a major repair.
F.A.Q.
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A septic system is an on site sewage treatment system that is buried just below the ground.
Houses in rural areas are not connected to town or city sewers, they instead have their own sewage treatment system on their property. Rural homeowners are expected to maintain their septic systems on a regular basis.
A basic septic system consists of a septic tank and a weeping bed. A septic tank is most commonly made of concrete but can also be made of plastic.
The weeping bed is a series of perforated pipes that are connected to the septic tank. The weeping bed distributes the liquid from your tank (also referred to as effluent) through the perforated pipes which allows the effluent to “weep” into the ground.
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Every property is different but on average we recommend every 3 years. Sometimes more often depending on the number of people living in the home and the size and age of the system.
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The main difference between a septic tank and a holding tank is that a septic tank has a weeping bed and a holding tank does not.
Holding tanks are most common in properties close to streams, creeks, lakes, swamps, and or sensitive environmental features. The holding tank is designed to hold all of your water and sewage.
Once a holding tank is full, it will need to be pumped or you will not be able to use the plumbing in your house until the tank has been emptied.
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