The holiday season will have your house full of guests, no doubt. But have you given any thought to what that means for your septic system in terms of the additional waste and water it has to process? For that matter, when was the last time you put in a call to have the tank pumped?

Homeowners are wont to put off such questions until they are faced with a problem. We at Tampa Septic Inc prefer to see our Tampa clients put the issue to rest before the holidays become a plumbing ordeal. Call (813)-296-5610 and we will put you on the calendar for service ahead of the rush.

There is hardly a time of year that puts as much on your septic system as the holidays do. With more people about there are bound to be more flushes, showers, laundry and dishes. That is all water and waste making its way to your tank. One that is near capacity can be pushed over the edge in short order.

Why Your Septic System Gets Overloaded at Holiday Gatherings

Under normal circumstances a septic tank is built to cope with the day-to-day demands of those in residence. Put two or three times as many in the home for a weekend and the system is working overtime. Solids will accumulate at a faster rate and the tank is not afforded the time to properly separate the waste.

Heavy use during the holidays can lead to:

• A toilet that is slow to drain or backs up
• Gurgling from the house drains
• Unpleasant smells in the vicinity of the tank or drain field
• Water pooling on the drain field
• Dishwashers and washers that will not drain as they should
• Sewage in your tubs and sinks

Having one of these issues in the middle of an overnight stay or dinner party is stressful and embarrassing to say the least. The cost of remediation is seldom low.

The Expense of a Backup

An overflow is an emergency and a costly one. Not only can the waste ruin flooring, walls and other things in your home, but it may also do damage to the drain field, the most expensive component of a septic system to fix. Add to that the fact that holiday timing makes for pricier service calls and you could be left with an unusable home while you wait for help and a bill to match.

Routine pumping is a good deal cheaper. You can plan a visit for a fraction of the price of an emergency repair. In so doing you are taking out the solids that are responsible for the majority of backups.

Protecting Your Wallet

It is as easy as having the tank pumped prior to your guests’ arrival. An empty tank has the capacity to stand up to the rigors of a holiday get together and your system will function as intended.

Pumping early has its financial advantages:

• No emergency fees
• Your drain field is shielded from harm
• You keep waste from damaging the interior of your home
• It adds to the life of the system
• You can have your holidays without the worry

While a household might typically pump every three to five years according to size and how it is used, if some time has passed and you are anticipating a crowd, it is wise to make arrangements.

Scheduling

We would recommend a few weeks before your first big event to give yourself an opening in the schedule and sidestep the last-minute scramble. Our staff is here Monday to Friday from 8 to 5 to accommodate your plans.

Not certain if the tank is due for some work? We can put your mind at ease with a free estimate; there is no downside to inquiring. We are fully licensed and insured and back our work with a 100 per cent satisfaction guarantee.

You will find Tampa homeowners have their reasons for placing their trust in us. With a 4.9 star rating and some 400 reviews on Google, our record speaks for itself in terms of clean results and straight dealing.

Make the call to Tampa Septic Inc at (813)-296-5610 now. Let our team put your mind at ease so you can enjoy your guests and spare yourself the money and trouble of a backup down the line.