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How Your Septic System Works
Your septic system consists of a septic tank and a leaching bed. Both the tank and the leaching bed help to break down septic waste. Regular inspection and maintenance will extend the life of you system and avoid costly repairs.

Detailed information about how your system works can be found here.

Problems

The signs of a failing septic system include:

- Show draining or gurgling drains and pipes in your home
- Plumbing backups
- Sewage odour
- Swampy ground or greener grass in the area of your septic system

 

Regular Maintenance Saves You Money

Keeping your septic system properly maintained is crucial to the life span of your system. Many systems are ruined because inspection and maintenance have been delayed. Have your septic tank pumped on a regular basis to ensure the life of your tile bed. Keep pumping frequency to three years or less, depending on your individual situation:

Septic Tank Pumping Frequency in Years
	Household Size - Number of Occupants
	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
Tank - Gallons	Septic Tank Pumping Frequency in Years
500*	5.8	2.6	1.5	1.0	0.7	0.4	0.3	0.2	0.1	-
750*	9.1	4.2	2.6	1.8	1.3	1.0	0.7	0.6	0.4	0.3
900	11.0	5.2	3.3	2.3	1.7	1.3	1.0	0.8	0.7	0.5
1000	12.4	5.9	3.7	2.6	2.0	1.5	1.2	1.0	0.8	0.7
1250	15.6	7.5	4.8	3.4	2.6	2.0	1.7	1.4	1.2	1.0
1500	18.9	9.1	5.9	4.2	3.3	2.6	2.1	1.8	1.5	1.3
1750	22.1	10.7	6.9	5.0	3.9	3.1	2.6	2.2	1.9	1.6
2000	25.4	12.4	8.0	5.9	4.5	3.7	3.1	2.6	2.2	2.0
2250	28.6	14.0	9.1	6.7	5.2	4.2	3.5	3.0	2.6	2.3
2500	30.9	15.6	10.2	7.5	5.9	4.8	4.0	3.5	3.0	2.6

 

What Not to Put in Drains

(excerpt from CMHC website)
Because septic systems rely on bacteria to break down the waste material, it is important that you don’t poison these micro-organisms. Even small amounts of paints, solvents, thinners, nail polish remover and other common household compounds flushed or poured down the drain can kill the bacteria that break down the organic matter in the wastewater. Household disinfectants such as laundry bleach or toilet bowl cleaner can be used in moderation without affecting the operation of the septic system; however, overuse of disinfectants can kill the bacteria in a septic tank. Some manufacturers promote the use of septic tank “cleaners”, “starters” or “enhancers” to aid in the digestion of the waste. These products are typically of little value and are not recommended.

You should avoid putting anything into the septic system that doesn’t break down naturally or anything that takes a long time to break down. Materials such as oils, grease, and fat, disposable diapers, tampons and their holders, condoms, paper towels, facial tissues, cat box litter, plastics, cigarette filters, coffee grounds, egg shells, and other kitchen wastes, should never be put into the septic system. You should also avoid the use of in-sink garbage disposal units (“garburators”) unless the septic tank and leaching bed are designed to accommodate the increase water and organic load created from these devices.

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