Take care of your septic system before problems develop.
Your septic system handles wastewater every day, usually without drawing much attention. That can make it easy to put off maintenance until a drain slows down, an odor appears, or wastewater backs up. Regular septic system maintenance helps you stay ahead of preventable problems.
At Walters Environmental Services, our PSMA-certified technicians provide septic and plumbing services for homeowners and commercial property owners throughout Hershey, Pennsylvania. We also have a sewage enforcement officer on staff.
Septic system maintenance may include:
- Pumping the tank before solids build up too heavily
- Checking accessible components for wear or damage
- Looking for signs of trouble around the tank and drain field
- Cleaning drain lines when buildup is affecting the flow
- Inspecting lines with a video camera when a blockage keeps returning
- Repairing or replacing a sewage pump that is no longer working correctly
How often you need service depends on the tank, the property, and how the system is used. A household with several people may need pumping more often than one with only one or two residents. Commercial systems can have different demands. We’ll base our recommendations on your system and how you use it.
Good habits are another part of septic system maintenance. Avoid flushing wipes, grease, paper towels, or other items that don’t break down easily. Pay attention to slow drains, gurgling fixtures, sewage odors, and wet ground near the system.
If it’s time for septic system maintenance, call our local, family-owned team to schedule an appointment. We also offer 24/7 emergency septic service if an urgent problem occurs.
At Walters Environmental Services, we offer septic system maintenance services in Grantville, York, Lebanon, Lancaster, Hummelstown, Harrisburg, and Hershey, Pennsylvania.