It’s that time of year! 🌱 Spring has sprung and annual maintenance visits are in full swing. If you haven’t already, contact your septic system service provider and arrange to schedule your annual maintenance when it works best for you! #septicsystemcare#maintenancematters
Microplastics continue to pollute our waterways, making its way into our tap water. If plastic pollution isn’t curbed, it will outweigh fish pound for pound by 2050! Let’s work together to end plastic pollution! #EarthDay2018 https://t.co/oRv0KpXRFR
Today is #WorldWaterDay! If you have a rural septic system, do you part by watching & sharing this video from the Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations about septic system parts, maintenance, & signs of trouble: https://t.co/bgcGhcvvnc
Every day is #WorldWaterDay at @oowa_org! We work with industry & partners to improve the performance & regulation of onsite/decentralized WW treatment systems. See our submission to the @Ont_ECO on how to improve https://t.co/DnUPktV8ae @foca_info#ontariowater
World Water Day: the #water policy problems we have created may not be your fault, but once you are aware of them, they become your responsibility too. We are actually all in this together, do what you can to become more aware of your local water issues and opportunities today
The importance of our #freshwater supply cannot be understated. It is our responsibility to collectively protect, manage, and treat our planet's most important resource. The future of our #watersheds, aquatic systems and ecosystems depend on it 🌎 #WorldWaterDay2018#WWD2018
Sounds like its time for some innovative and affordable alternatives to traditional big pipe wastewater infrastructure -esp for small rural communities! #decentralizedwastewater#onsitewastewater@oowa_org https://t.co/QNlPDwEkTq
Regulations are moving towards the use of aerobic wastewater treatment systems to help tackle high levels of nitrogen from entering the environment. Replace your outdated conventional system with the advanced Singulair TNT system https://t.co/UtxdEF9SO7
The #RawWater trend brings a whole new meaning to ‘there must be something in the water,’ you know, like harmful bacteria, viruses and parasites. https://t.co/g71ipaumV2
@ONmunicipal Scum and sludge accumulations are a part of a healthy and properly functioning septic tank. However, measuring your scum and sludge accumulations are an important part of your system's regular maintenance and are indicators of whether or not your system requires pumping.
Does your septic system have a pump chamber? If so it is a critically important part of your system’s function. Like all mechanical components, pump chambers require routine maintenance and inspection to help ensure longevity and dosing performance. #nowyouknow#wednesdaywisdom
Location, location location! Just knowing where the septic system is located is the first step to effective maintenance and management! https://t.co/PmGCDLR9BJ
Join us tomorrow Friday November 17th for the @oowa_org Near North Regional Meeting! Hosted at the Port Carling Community Center from 8:30am-12:30pm! 🍂 See you there!
A dye test in a #septicsystem’s flow is an important procedure. It’s purpose is to easily identify any obvious signs of malfunction such as surface breakouts or ponding into a sump pit. It also helps to verify which of the building fixtures are connected to the system.