Protecting Well Water From Your Sewage System
At 15 million American households relying on wells for drinking water, Minnesota accounts for one out of every five. Therefore, it’s vital that septic tank and well owners ensure that their drinking water does not become contaminated if using both as drinking sources. Unfortunately, the United States Environmental Protection Agency doesn’t regulate or set standards for wells but rather offers educational resources; ultimately it falls to private owners themselves to make sure their drinking water remains safe – learn how you can protect the water in your well from contamination by learning how to protect it against potential harm present within its contents – protect both yourself and family from harmful substances present within it!
Every year in the U.S., nearly 1.3 million homes are constructed annually; roughly 2% or 35,000 of those were in Minnesota and approximately 30 percent rely on septic tanks to treat wastewater, leading to approximately 10,500 new home builds that need septic systems for wastewater management – likely including yours! When designing and building new residential systems there are various factors to keep in mind; we have provided this list as some frequently asked questions (FAQs). 
When the season of snow, ice, and cold begins to shift, as it always does, to the season of renewal and growth, it may be easier to see signs that your septic system is in need of maintenance and/or repair. If you have a septic system and live in or around Rogers, Minnesota, the team at Custom Septic, Inc., is here to serve you.
A residential septic system that is properly maintained should not smell. A bad smell inside or near your home is not a sign of good health. Smelly septic systems are caused by the presence of gasses, such as hydrogen sulfide and carbon dioxide. These gases have pH levels that are too acidic to allow the microorganisms to digest organic matter in the tank, which causes the tank odor. These odors are not only unpleasant, but high concentrations of a mixture of these gasses may be explosive or toxic. Septic tank odors can be easily remedied with a few household products.
Spring is a time for renewal, and your septic tank should be included in that process. To ensure its optimal performance in springtime, regular maintenance of your system is necessary. Septic problems often arise due to weather changes from winter to springtime – humid ground can become dampened causing the water table to rise, leading to flooding issues as well as other issues within the system. Custom Septic can assist you! Additionally, we provide spring maintenance recommendations for septic systems to avoid problems from occurring in the first place.
Marketers, flashy graphics, and commercials can mislead you into believing certain products are necessary – even septic additives. RID-X claims its product will extend the life of your tank by helping ensure regular maintenance, inspection, and cleaning will keep your septic tank functioning optimally for years to come. But what exactly are these products, and do they work? Is spending money on them a waste? To find out the truth behind this claim we’ll examine some of the finer details behind this claim. 
Many recommend that a septic system inspection be done before you sell a property with onsite wastewater treatment. Although it is not required by law to do so, experienced property owners and realtors will strongly recommend that you do so. Custom Septic provides affordable septic system inspections in Big Lake and surrounding Minnesota cities. Our septic inspections provide insight into the life expectancy of your septic system, identify any red flags, and ensure that it is safe working.
Many homes have septic systems on their property, yet you may not be aware of it until there’s an issue with your plumbing. Septic tanks manage solid and wastewater waste, and there are certain things you should inspect to make sure it’s kept in proper working condition. Your septic tank system is directly affected by what you flush down the toilet. Many people put things down the drain that won’t dissolve, leading to overgrowth! In addition to natural buildup, other factors can impact its functioning too – like having it professionally cleaned or having it pumped. 
The promise of warmer weather is a reminder to some people that it may be time to check the systems around your home that cannot easily be accessed when the temperatures are low and the ground is frozen. If it has been a while since you last had your septic system serviced and/or inspected, Custom Septic recommends an annual septic system inspection for our customers and spring is a perfect time of year for this. 
Moving can be an exciting time, whether you’re moving for a job outside your home, upgrading to a larger house for your family, or downsizing for empty nesters. But there are some key distinctions to consider when transitioning from a home with a sewer system to one with a septic tank.
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