Septic Tank Maintenance

Like any sewage or drainage system, septic tanks are susceptible to misuse and extraordinary circumstance, all of which can leave the system in an unusable state. Here at Abacus Drainage Services, we offer professional and expert septic tank maintenance, clearing blockages and dealing with a whole host of potential problems that you may encounter.

Flushing foreign objects into your septic system can lead to a serious problem, just as with almost any drainage system. Toilet soap blocks (especially if they are still in their cages), sanitary products, or dispoable nappies are the most common culprits. The problems with a septic tank may be within the tank itself or in the connecting pipework, all of which is designed to cope with waste from the drainage system, but its operation can be easily upset by misuse.

Other potential problems with a septic system can be caused by using excessive cleaning products, either when cleaning toilets or sinks, washing dishes (either by hand or in a dishwasher), or even trying to clear the blockage yourself. All of these cleaning products (be it soap, solvent, or bleach) can cause havoc with your septic tank.

If we install your septic tank system, we will advise you about its proper use, but if you have moved to a new home that uses a septic tank system and you have only had mains drainage before then the general rule of thumb is that "if you don't HAVE to put it down the drain, don't."