Pro tip: don’t install or use a garbage disposal connected to a #septic system. Food waste is very difficult for residential septic systems to treat efficiently & results is accelerated solids accumulations in tanks and pipes = more pump outs & repairs
System was pumped in December because of slow draining fixtures, but the effluent filter wasn’t cleaned and this new home owner didn’t know she had an effluent filter to be cleaned. #septicsnafu
Curious about #septic system “failure”? When the soil is unable to accept & adequately treat then disperse the effluent safely into the environment. Remember the soil is where the disinfection occurs so it must be unsaturated & drain freely. This is a catastrophic fail!
This is rapid #septic tank concrete corrosion, shield baffle has fallen off, caused by unvented H2S gas above the liquid level on the discharge end of the 10 year old tank. The unvented pump chamber traps the H2S. Biologic SR2 can help
When visiting conservation areas and trails, please always remember the "carry in-carry out" policy. We have seen a dramatic increase in dog waste being left behind, please remember to take any and all refuse.
#LeaveOnlyFootprints#WeAreInThisTogether
“As students, everything you do now will have purpose in the future. Even if it isn’t clear today. “ Great reminder from Mark Montgomery (Smart Cities Project Manager) from @wellingtncounty#RuralRomp
Your #septic system is essential infrastructure that you own. Make sure you understand how it works & how to maintain it to protect your local water resources & budget. It’s not a mystery or magic, it’s environmental science & engineering!
That yellow residue at top of effluent filter is from sulphur gas - corrosive to concrete tanks over time. Drilled well tested high for sulphate which is digested anaerobically in the #septic tank to produce the gas. Biologic SR2 competitively inhibits H2S production. Ask us how
Additional septic system use from self-isolating and disposal of non-biodegradable materials can cause malfunctioning and possible unexpected repairs. Can this be avoided?: #onsiteproud#toiletsarenottrashcans
The key to a well functioning sewage (septic) system is 1) know where the tank & leaching bed is located 2) septic tank risers for easy access for pumping/servicing 3) keep records of pumping/servicing. @oowa_org has resources to help: https://t.co/Etge8lBYAd #gettoknowyourseptic
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A big thanks to @SimranChattha from @CanadianWater for attending and covering our convention. So many critical issues that will benefit from your expansive reach to Canadian solution providers in the water community! #oowa2020#onsiteproud