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Bleach and Your Septic System
In 2020, the fear of germs and the COVID-19 virus spurred a huge portion of the American population to stock up on cleaning products. In stores across the United States, antibacterial cleaning products and those known to “kill germs” could not be kept on store shelves. As soon as they would come in, they were
How Kids Can Negatively Affect Your Septic System
When your family expands, there is joy and blessing that abounds. Whether through natural birth or adoption, adding children to a family is a wonderful cause for celebration. While children are indeed a blessing, they also come with many extra responsibilities. There is the cost of feeding and clothing them, the cost of seeing to
Tips to Prevent Bathroom Sink Clogs
When your home relies on a septic system, everything that goes down your drains matters. Your plumbing drains are designed to carry wastewater from your home to the septic tank. Just like pipes on a sewer system, the lines running to your septic tank can become clogged. Not only do clogged pipes disrupt your home,
3 Main Causes Of Septic Backup
Any septic tank owner will tell you that the most dreaded issue is a septic backup. A septic tank is meant to collect all the waste from your home in a tank that is separate from the house. However, a backup means that your wastes are flowing in the opposite direction, and wastewater returns to
Feed Your Septic System
Your body requires food to use as fuel each day. Food provides your body with energy and nutrients to thrive. Without adequate nutrition, your body will weaken, and all systems will begin to shut down. This is the typical reason fad diets do not work – they deplete the body of certain nutrients (carbs, for
Tips for New Septic Tank Owners
Moving is an exciting time. Whether you are relocating for a new job out of state, “upgrading” from a starter home to a bigger house for your growing family, or downsizing as empty-nesters, moving can bring about many changes. If you are moving from a home on a sewer system to a home with a
How Laundry Impacts Your Septic Tank
When it comes to choosing laundry detergent, you have a lot of options. Many people choose a detergent based on scent alone, while others have other criteria that must be met before using it within their home. Whether you choose your detergent based on what’s on sale, what has the “cleanest” ingredients, or a refreshing
Where Should a Septic Tank be Placed?
Building a new home is pretty exciting. You get to start from scratch, choosing materials and colors that suit your style. You can customize a home and the landscape outside to suit the individual needs of your family. Yet, one of the “not so glamorous” things to choose is where a septic tank should be
Don’t Flush Medication Down the Drain
When it comes to flushing things down your toilet or put down the sink, stuff matters. Coffee grounds, grease, and baby wipes are never to be put into your septic system, but other things can cause adverse effects. Unwanted, unused, and expired medications do not mix well with septic systems – and they need to
Flushable Wipes and Your Septic System
Flushable wipes have been readily available for a few years now. They provide a way to get extra clean in the nether regions so that you do not feel uncomfortable after using the bathroom. Flushable wipes claim to be safe for septic systems, but are they really? Here’s our professional take on flushable wipes and
Is Your Septic System Supporting or Harming the Environment?
When people think of a septic tank going awry, they typically think of foul odors, slow running toilets, or even disgusting backups. While these most certainly occur, there is also a serious environmental risk involved when a septic tank fails to operate correctly. In most situations, a septic system is more environmentally friendly than a
Septic Repairs Without Ruining Your Yard
Many people dread the thought of having their septic tank drained or repaired because of the damage that will occur to their yard or landscaping. This is understandable as many properties have been ruined in the past by companies who have little to no regard for how much damage they can cause. In the past,
Bacteria is NOT Always Bad
With the media spouting off information every day about the dangers of germs, many people are stuck believing that all bacteria are bad and harmful. Bacteria are put in a negative category, and many people try to avoid all bacteria like they would avoid a plague. However, while there are harmful bacteria that can cause
Why Toilet Paper Matters to Your Septic Tank
You’ve probably never thought about toilet paper more in your life than you have thought about it in the last few weeks. With toilet paper in such high demand, you are probably finding that you have to purchase different brands and different types of toilet paper than before. You need toilet paper, so you settle
What Happens in a Septic Tank Pumping
Many people are told that if their home is on a septic tank that they need to have it pumped regularly. Yet, few people actually know what happens during a septic tank pump. First and foremost, know this: a septic tank pumping is not a DIY project! Having your septic tank pumped requires hiring a trusted
Mind What you Put Down Your Sink
Septic systems are underground wastewater treatment structures that use a combination of nature and proven technology to treat wastewater from household plumbing. Septic systems treat water that drains from the house produced by bathrooms, laundry, and kitchen drains. When it comes to your septic system, it is essential to remember that all water runs out of
Main Line Cleaning
When your septic lines are clogged, it can lead to a troublesome and often nasty problem inside your home. A sink or toilet that is backed-up can begin to drain inside, instead of properly draining out through the pipes. A main septic line clog can be a big problem, but there are a few things
Locating Your Septic Tank
We often get calls from customers asking how to locate a septic tank on their property. For those homeowners who do not have a special riser that raises the lid of the septic tank above ground, it may be challenging to locate your septic tank. However, there are a few things that you can do
Get To Know Sump Pumps
There are many different components of septic services. One of the more uncommon components is known as a sump pump. At Septic Service Pro, we specialize in all aspects of septic services. A sump pump is a part of some homes that collects liquids in a low space. Cars have sumps, for instance, that collect
Septic System Basics: How does it work?
Moving into a home with a septic system is common in many of today’s residential areas. Understanding how a septic system works is beneficial so that you can help it to work appropriately, know when things go awry, and know what to do if problems occur. There are different design variations of septic systems, but
What Happens If I Don’t Pump My Septic Tank?
We hear something like this all the time: “We just bought a new {to us} home and found out that the septic tank has never been pumped. Should we have it done?” Before giving you the obvious answer, let us ask you a question: If you haven’t had your car’s oil changed in six months,
Focusing On Your Flushing
Do you realize how many times you flush a toilet each day? It’s a simple act that most people don’t even think about when they do it. It’s like flipping a light switch or turning a doorknob. We do these things without much intention or thought. However, flushing your toilet should come with a dose
Septic Service Pro Loves Your Yard Too!
When you have an issue with your septic, it can disrupt a lot of your usual routines and give you a feeling of uneasiness as you wonder what will happen. If you’re having septic problems, you can have peace of mind that our professionals at Septic Service Pro will provide you with high-quality service and
Septic Lids
Septic Service Pro’s septic services provide both residents and businesses with full-service septic tank pumping and septic tank cleaning in North Georgia. If Your Septic Lid Breaks Every septic system requires a septic lid. These are typically concrete fixtures that prevent both odors and sewage from seeping into your yard. A heavy septic lid helps
Main Line Cleaning
Are you noticing more clogging in your sinks, showers or toilets? If so, this could be due to buildup or blockages in your main line. Septic tank clogging can be due to a variety of reasons. You can tell if you have a main line clog if you notice water is backing up out of
Selling Your Home This Spring? Let Septic Service Pro Help!
Are you planning to or considering selling your house this spring? Spring is a great time to put your house on the market. Buyers are more willing to get out and explore homes for sale in the warmer spring weather. According to Zillow, “the best two-week window for home sellers is the first half of
A Healthy Septic System
The health of something is usually dependent upon the types of foods used to nourish it. Take for example the human body. For your gut to be healthy, it requires a healthy gut microbiome. A less diverse and less balanced microbiome in your gut can harm your health. For this reason, it’s important to drink
It’s Cold Outside! Keeping Your Outdoor Fixtures Protected
Have you been staying warm this winter? According to the Farmer’s Almanac, the Southeastern parts of the United States will experience “Potent storm moves northeast from the Gulf of Mexico with moderate amounts of rain, Cold air from Canada pours south, bringing a significant freeze into the region, even Florida.” Are your outdoor fixtures ready
Making Commercial Septic Tank Inspections Part Of Your Business
If you’ve heard the term, “It’s none of your business,” you probably are being rudely told to ignore or not concern yourself with something. Septic Service Pro would like to invite you to make your commercial septic tank inspections and cleaning as a vital part of your business. The harmful results of ignoring your septic
Building A New Home in 2019? Don’t Forget About The Drain Line Or Drain Field
If you’re building a new home in 2019, congratulations. It is exciting to embark on a journey toward living in your home filled with touches of you all throughout your space. While the final result is very gratifying, the process of homebuilding can be dizzying. All the decisions that need to be made can feel
Wondering About Your Sewer Line?
Do you ever get a hunch that something is not right? If you’re thinking you might have sewer line issues, call our professionals at Septic Service Pro. Your hunch may be correct. Our staff is available to investigate and handle all of your sewer and septic services. There are a variety of possible reasons why
