Before winter hits it is important to do some preventative maintenance on your septic system to avoid issues when the temperatures drop, such as frozen water. There are a few quick things you can do to avoid any septic system issues throughout the winter.
Get Your Pipes Prepared
You will want to winterize your pipes even when you will be in the home all winter and using the pipes. Antifreeze chemicals can be helpful to avoid freezing and to do this, just pour some down the drains of the sinks in your home, according to EdenFlo. You can find antifreeze that is specific to septic tanks to winterize this component of your plumbing.
Empty Out the Septic Tank
You do not want to head into the cold weather with a septic tank that is near full or else you are at risk for issues throughout the season. Your tank should be emptied, pumped, and cleaned a few weeks before the weather turns frigid. On average, you want to have your septic system cleaned out once a year and a few weeks before winter is the ideal time to do it. This type of preventative maintenance will save you hassles and money.
Ensure That Water is Always Flowing
It is said that when water is not flowing well through the pipes, your risk of experiencing a septic tank problem is increased. Ensuring that the tank does not freeze is important and you need water to be moving adequately through the pipes to avoid this. Talk to a professional, such as those at EdenFlo, to get information about how to keep your pipes flowing and make sure to learn how to ensure that you do not experience water flow issues during the winter months.
