Do's and Don'ts

Septic System Tips and Tricks

Practice water conservation - routinely check for plumbing leaks (i.e. toilets, that do not shut off completely, dripping faucet, etc.) Continual water leaking into your septic system may cause a system failure.
Pump your septic tank regularly to prevent build up of solids which will damage the drain field.
Be aware of where your drain field is located and the boundaries. It's a good idea to have "as built" drawing diagram showing the location of your tank and drain field.
Keep track of important papers pertaining to your septic system; Location drawing, Certificate of Satisfactory Completion, the plot plan issued with septic permit showing the designated repair.
Make arrangements with reliable service person to provide regular monitoring and maintenance. Keep records, they will be valuable if a system problem occurs.

Flush trash, chemicals or paint (even water based), grease, disposable diapers, bleach, anti-bacterial cleaning products.
Build any structures over the drain field, drive, park, pave or cover with plastic. The drain field needs air to function properly.
Drill a well within 100 feet of the drain field or the replacement area
Flood, irrigate, or otherwise cause excessive amounts of water over the drain field area (i.e., roof drains, downspouts, etc.)

P.O. Box 2868, White City, Oregon 97503
afreshwayseptic@gmail.com
(541) 772-6954

P.O. Box 2868, White City, Oregon 97503
afreshwayseptic@gmail.com
(541) 772-6954