Warrenton VA Septic Tank Cleaning

Septic tank cleaning of Warrenton VA residential systems is required by the EPA every one to three years at a minimum. If a residential, or commercial, the system is located within a Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area, the tanks are required by state law to be pumped out and visually inspected at least once every five years. In addition to pumping, cleaning, and inspection, every septic system also needs scheduled maintenance and repair to function at optimum levels and reduce the risk of failure.

Scheduled maintenance can preserve the integrity of a septic system, save money over the life of the tank and other components, and protect the local environment. A robust maintenance plan includes regular pumping and removal of the wastewater (effluent), inspection of the alarm system, and inspection of the ejector pump and floats control switch whenever the septic tank is also opened for routine cleaning.

Advantage Septic Service has performed septic tank cleaning in Warrenton VA and other, nearby towns and cities for more than 30 years. We are locally owned and one of the most recognized and respected businesses when it comes to commercial and residential wastewater system maintenance and repair in Northern Virginia. We take pride in developing a maintenance schedule that fits the budget of each customer and the requirements of their septic system.

Every year, the population increases in our area and with it come more commercial and residential development. This rapid growth is why every real estate transaction where there is an installed septic system must have an inspection certifying it for use.  Especially in more rural areas, we work closely with every party involved to ensure that our systems are fully functional. It is also why we install only the newest floating arm sensors and high-level warning alarms to inform owners when they need septic tank cleaning for their Warrenton VA homes and businesses.

In addition to high-level warnings, these same sensors also warn of other emergencies and can help us and the septic system owner to schedule their routine maintenance, and signal when minor repairs are needed. All of this not only saves money for the customer, but it also helps to preserve the immediate environment around the installed systems.

This is why proper placement of the floating arms and other alarm components is so important to the efficiency and health of each septic system. When the devices function properly, they activate when wastewater rises to the high-level point in the tank. At this time, the alarm sounds, letting the owner know that it is time to schedule a tank truck to remove effluent and other waste from the tank.

If the wastewater level reaches the full point in the tank before the effluent can be removed, a float control switch triggers the alarm again, sending out an emergency warning. Soon after that, it also activates the sewer ejector pump. The pump begins to release the effluent through the outlet pipe and into the nearby drain field.

This continues until the wastewater returns to a safe level. At that point, the float control switch turns off the sewer ejector pump and shuts off the alarm if the owner has not already deactivated it. Although no one wants to deal with a controlled release of wastewater, this setup prevents major damage to the septic tank, waste accidentally being forced back into the home or facility, and the cost associated with both massive environmental cleanup and replacement of the septic tank.

If the high-level warning and the emergency alarm begin sounding more often, it is an indication that there is a buildup of solid matter in the bottom of the septic tank. When this happens, a routine removal may not be enough, so cleaning of the Warrenton VA septic tank needs to be scheduled as well.

Not every problem with a septic tank can be caught with an alarm, however. Common indications of trouble include a gurgling or a hiccup whenever a toilet is flushed and is usually accompanied by a foul odor as well. As it worsens, home and building owners begin to experience untreated sewage starting to back up into bathrooms, kitchens, and the washers in laundry rooms.

These indications usually mean there is a clog in the pipe leading into the tank, or there is a buildup of solid matter just inside the tank where the pipe connects. If not quickly dealt with, it can lead to cracks in the connection points and untreated sewage begins to leak into the soil around the septic tank.

An annual inspection and cleaning of the Warrenton VA septic tank help to prevent these issues from becoming a more serious problem. It is why every septic system owner needs a robust maintenance schedule and an experienced partner in the septic industry like Advantage Septic Service.

When it is time to schedule a cleaning or removal, we are here with modern tanker trucks, trained drivers, and operators, the latest equipment designed to ensure every operation is accomplished with the minimum amount of risk for a wastewater or sewage spill. All of our equipment is authorized by the Virginia Department of Health to collect, store safely, and transport wastewater and solid matter to an approved sewage treatment facility.

If you need a company that provides working solutions for your home or business septic system, call Advantage Septic Service today at (703) 392-7070. We are here to provide you with a system and maintenance schedule which provides peace of mind without breaking your budget.