Septic System Maintenance Calgary & Area
How Often Should You Service Your Septic System?
Most residential systems should be inspected and pumped every 2 to 3 years, depending on household size and tank capacity. A household of 4–5 people with a standard tank will typically need service every 2 years. Smaller households may stretch to 3 years. Waiting longer than that risks solids overflowing into the drain field, which can cause expensive and irreversible damage.
Contact us to get our professionals on board for septic tank maintenance.
What Does Professional Septic Maintenance Include?
When our team comes out for a maintenance visit, we do more than just pump the tank. A full maintenance service includes:
- Pumping and removing accumulated solids and scum from the tank
- Inspecting the tank interior, including divider walls, baffles, and inlet/outlet pipes
- Checking the condition of the pump and float switch (on pump-out systems)
- Visually inspecting the drain field for signs of overloading or failure
- Advising you on any issues found and recommended next steps
- Avoid putting coffee grounds, food scraps, grease, or non-biodegradable items down the drain
- Don't use a garburator. Food waste increases sludge accumulation by up to 40%
- Use bleach, disinfectants, and toilet cleaners in moderation. Excessive use kills the beneficial bacteria your tank relies on to break down waste
- Don't plant trees or large shrubs near your drain field, roots can damage the pipes
- Spread laundry loads throughout the week rather than doing multiple loads in one day
Homeowner Tips to Extend System Life
Spread laundry loads throughout the week rather than doing multiple loads in one day
- Avoid putting coffee grounds, food scraps, grease, or non-biodegradable items down the drain
- Don't use a garburator. Food waste increases sludge accumulation by up to 40%
- Use bleach, disinfectants, and toilet cleaners in moderation. Excessive use kills the beneficial bacteria your tank relies on to break down waste
- Don't plant trees or large shrubs near your drain field, roots can damage the pipes
- Spread laundry loads throughout the week rather than doing multiple loads in one day
Regular and Timely Maintenance
We’ll help you maintain your septic tanks at regular intervals in a timely fashion so that any drainage issues can be avoided.