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Can An Old Septic System Pass Inspection?

Diagram of Properly Functioning Septic SystemAre you in the market for a new home? Did you find the perfect home, but the thought of a septic system is scaring you away? Well, the truth is that lots of people’s homes have a septic system, and things are going just fine for them. The question that our team at Custom Septic, Inc., gets from a lot of potential home buyers around in MN is whether an old septic system will pass inspection?

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Routine Drainfield Inspections Are a Key Part of Annual Maintenance

Septic Drainfield InspectionYour drainfield is a critical part of your home’s septic system. It is responsible for moving waste away from your home. Inspecting your drainfield on a regular basis is part of important routine maintenance that can extend the life of your septic system and save you money. The team at Custom Septic Inc. can complete a thorough septic drainfield inspection to ensure that your system is in good working order. This routine maintenance can prevent a major problem down the road which can be messy and extremely expensive and disruptive

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What to Do When you Don’t Know Where your Septic Tank Is

What to Do When you Don’t Know Where your Septic Tank IsWhen it comes to septic system maintenance and care, many homeowners are well-versed in essential tasks like pumping and inspections. However, there’s one crucial service offered by Custom Septic in Big Lake, MN, that often goes unnoticed but can be a game-changer when it comes to septic system issues: Septic Tank Locating. In this blog post, we’ll delve into this often-overlooked service and explore how it can benefit homeowners in our area

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Can the Septic System In My House Freeze This Winter?

Can the Septic System In My House Freeze This Winter?The answer is, “absolutely, yes.” Anyone who deals with harsh winters and has a septic tank should know that when temperatures dip, conditions can lead to a frozen septic tank. According to data from the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), the frost line can be up to 100 inches deep in the northern parts of Minnesota. Depending on the depth of septic pipes and depth of frost, your septic pipes, tank, or soil treatment system can freeze. Although most septic systems are buried deep enough underground to avoid freezing

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Prevent A Major Septic System Problem When You Least Expect It

Prevent A Major Septic System Problem When You Least Expect ItThe holidays are on the way, and you probably have many things on your mind and a list of “to do” items a mile long. The last thing that you want to think about when you are planning for the holidays is a major problem with your septic system. Unfortunately, if your septic system has not been maintained properly, you could very easily have a problem on your hands and that problem will likely not surface at a convenient time. The team at Custom Septic works 12 months a year to help families in the Big Lake, Minnesota area prevent and manage septic system issues. If you notice even the smallest concerning smell

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Tips To Ensure Your Septic System Is Not Overwhelmed This Holiday Season

Tips To Ensure Your Septic System Is Not Overwhelmed This Holiday SeasonWith millions of Americans rushing around to prepare for the Christmas season, it can be easy to overlook some of the systems at our own homes. Not many people think twice about having all the in-laws over for the holidays, cooking up big meals, etc., but extra people and usage will mean increased stress and strain on your toilets, showers, and other water resources, putting a strain on your septic system this season. Is your system able to withstand this extra usage? Perhaps. The team at Custom Septic in Minnesota want you to be as prepared as you can, to avoid any catastrophic events with septic or sewage this season!

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