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The average national cost of septic tank pumping and cleaning is $350, with most Manset homeowners spending between $250 and $483. This data is based on actual project costs in Maine.
If your tank hasn’t been pumped in the last 5 years, you are seeing wet areas or standing water above your drainfield, your toilets are running slowly or there are odors in your ME home, you may need to have your septic system cleaned. Below are some things to think about that will influence the cost of your septic system cleaning.
Pumping
Under normal conditions, you should pump your Maine tank every 1-3 years based upon the number of people living in your home. Generally, this pumping will take around 30-45 minutes. If you know the location of your septic system, this could save you some money on the back end because your Manset ME professional won’t have to charge you the time to locate it.
Size of tank
Obviously, smaller tanks cost less to clean, although you may need to do them more often. Larger tanks require more labor and possible machinery to dig up and pump the tank.
Replacing common parts
You may need parts replaced, such as a filter, which could cost a few hundred dollars. However, this filter is necessary in maintaining the function and longevity of your Manset drainfield.
Soil fracturing
If your professional notices that your tank is failing, they can sometimes resurrected by properly pumping the tank, cleaning the drain field lines, installing filters and a process known as fracturing the soil, which involves inserting a hollow tube into the ground and injecting a 300-pound blast of air. While this procedure could cost into the thousands dollars, it’s much less expensive and much less hassle than installing a new system, especially in Manset Maine.
Keeping it clean
You know that your septic tank will work only if the bacteria in it are healthy and hungry. If they get sick or die, your septic tank will start sending un-digested waste out to the drain field which will quickly plug it up. Below are some “weird” things that could kill your septic tank:
- Chemotherapy Drugs
- Anti-Bacterial Hand Washing Soap
- Toilet Bowl Cleaners
- Bath and Body Oils
- Dishwashers
- Water Softeners
- Time-Release Pills and Capsules
Tip
Once your septic tank is uncovered – take photos of it and diagram it in relation to your home. This information can save you money and could prove valuable if your tank needs additional service in the future.
Additional Reading:
- Septic (Onsite/Decentralized) Systems – United States Environmental Protection Agency
- What is Oregon Septic Smart? – Oregon.gov
- On-Site Wastewater Systems (Septic Systems) – Idaho.gov
- Wikipedia Information about septic systems
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