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Seepage PitsSeepage Pits are earlier absorption plants and instead of long and deep trenches, they are usually 5ft. to 6ft. across and can be as deep as 10ft. The sides are honeycombed so the effluent (water) can flow out the holes. There are usually two in a series. Some of the lids on these pits are very thick and some are thin. Over the years the hydrogensulfide generated in the pit can cause the lid to weaken. These pits are found locally in systems that were installed in the late 60's and early 70's. If American Septic Service suspects that the dwellingwe are inspecting has seepage pits, we will perform a video to disclose their presence. Sometimes it is not always possible to ascertain their presence, for a number of factors. If we suspect and cannot disclose, we will mark both possibilities on the inspection form. These can be dangerous and we want our customers to be safe. If we believe they will present a danger or problem, we will disclose it. These pits are found mainly in Village Meadows area and the early part of Town and Country.
What is the Difference Between Pumping and CleaningAny evacuation of a septic tank that does not remove the solids is what we refer to as a service pump. This is done only when the system needs emergency relief, or in some cases where the customer does not want to dig down to the manholes. American Septic Service explains to the customer that this general pumping will not remove the solids. If they still want the pump, we pump the tank. Cleaning is when a larger access is presented, such as 24" manholes, a 4' by 5' lid removed, or in some cases, we will use our mixing machine through two 8" ports that have been enlarged. It is IMPOSSIBLE to remove any solids through a small port. Here's a good illustration. If you drink the soda in an ice cream soda, what is left? The solid ball of ice cream remains in the glass. The same holds true with your septic tank. If you evacuated the liquid through a small port, the solids will remain in the tank. Remember, your septic tank is not a landfill. The only thing that should be going into your septic tank is toilet paper and bodily waste. Items that do not decompose make the scum thicker and cause the tank to backup.
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