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Assuming your home is not connected to a municipal sewer system, you will have a septic system. These systems are underground wastewater treatment facilities. When functioning properly, they are an environmentally sound way to treat sewage from homes.

What is a Septic System?

If you have a home in the country, chances are you have a septic system. Septic systems are a type of onsite wastewater treatment system that is used when there is no connection to a central sewer system.

Septic systems treat and dispose of household wastewater by using a combination of biological, chemical, and physical processes.

There are two main types of septic systems: aerobic and anaerobic. Aerobic septic systems use oxygen to break down sewage, while anaerobic septic systems do not.

Things You Should Know About Septic Systems

Here are some things you should know about septic systems:

1.  Septic systems need to be properly maintained in order to work properly. This means that they need to be pumped out every three to five years, and the leach field needs to be inspected every year.
2.  Septic systems should not be used as garbage cans. Do not flush anything down the toilet or pour anything down the drain that is not biodegradable. This includes things like cooking grease, coffee grounds, and cigarette butts.
3.  Septic systems are sensitive to chemicals. Do not use bleach or other harsh chemicals in your home if you have a septic system.
4.  Be careful what you plant around your septic system. Some plants, like tree roots, can damage the system.
5.  Septic systems are not indestructible. If not properly maintained, they can fail, leading to costly repairs.

If you have a septic system, it is important to be aware of how to maintain it properly. Septic systems play an important role in protecting our environment and ensuring that our water is clean.