Septic Tank Pumping

Septic Tank Pumping Services by Hartland Septic

Do you require reliable septic tank pumping for your property? Hartland Septic has you covered. Serving Livingston County, MI, southern Genesee County, MI, and surrounding communities, we bring over 30 years of experience to the table. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff ensures your septic system runs smoothly, saving you time and hassle. From locating access lids to thorough cleaning, we handle it all. Contact us for prompt, professional service.

Trust Our Septic Tank Pumping Specialists

Our septic tank pumping services include:

• Locating and exposing access lids
• Inspecting liquid levels
• Pumping out solids and liquids
• Checking for backflow
• Thorough tank cleaning
• Inspecting for structural damage

Do you need septic tank pumping? Reach out to Hartland Septic. FREE, fast estimates are available on all our septic services.

What Does Our Septic Pumper Do?

The first step in septic pumping and cleaning is locating and exposing your tank's access lids. You can dig them up yourself or we can locate and uncover the lids for you.

With the access lids uncovered and open, but before we begin pumping, we will note the liquid level of the tank in relation to the tank’s outlet pipe. A liquid level below the outlet pipe usually indicates there is a tank leak. A liquid level above the outlet pipe can indicate a problem with the pipe to the drainfield or the drainfield itself.

Lowering a vacuum hose into the tank's manholes, the pumping process begins. The hose is attached to a strong pump on our truck which sucks out all of the solids and liquids from your septic tank and into our truck (affectionately known as a "honey wagon").

Our technician will watch for backflow from the tank outlet pipe. Significant backflow indicates a drainfield system backup. A small amount of backflow can indicate a sag in the pipe to the drainfield.

Your tank will be cleaned out thoroughly. We use a tool called a septage spoon and a process known as backflushing to loosen all the sludge in the corners of the tank, allowing it to be removed. The walls of the tank are sprayed with clean water, ensuring a clean tank.

After pumping, our technician will check inside the empty tank and note any signs of structural damage, such as an open weep hole, leaking mid-seam, damaged baffles, or cracks. If anything out of the ordinary is found or any sign of current or impending problems, we will notify you and offer advice on how to remedy the situation.

Request a call back from Hartland Septic to schedule our service today.

Prevent Possible Damage to Your Septic Tank

You can save time and money by taking a few daily precautions that reduce the frequency of pump-outs your system will need:

• To flush or not to flush. Aside from wastewater, toilet paper is the only other thing that should be flushed. Using the toilet to dispose of sanitary products, paper towels, disposable diapers, cigarette butts, and even tissues will harm your septic tank and cause you to require pump-outs more often.
• Don’t use a kitchen garbage disposal. Septic systems are not intended to dispose of food waste, coffee grounds, grease, or fat, and, in fact, they will harm the septic tank. Try using a compost pile; it will reduce the number of pump-outs your septic system needs.
• Reducing water usage will protect your septic system. Repair leaky faucets and toilets; install low-flow water fixtures, and turn off the water while brushing your teeth or shaving. Water conservation reduces the load of wastewater your septic system has to handle.
• While some manufacturers claim that biological additives enhance treatment and reduce the number of pump-outs your system will need, research indicates hat biological enzymes and other "miracle" system additives do not improve septic system functioning. The amount of bacteria or enzyme in each dose of additive is so small, that its effectiveness is virtually undetectable.
• Using additives to avoid pumping may cause even bigger problems. Without proper pump-outs, solids will flow into and clog the drainfield, resulting in an expensive repair process.

Any questions? Give the licensed, insured, and bonded experts at Hartland Septic a call today at (517) 247-2586.

Why You Might Need Septic Tank Pumping

Regular septic tank pumping is crucial to maintain a healthy system. Ignoring it can lead to costly repairs and unpleasant issues. Here’s why you should consider our services:

• Prevent tank leaks
• Avoid drainfield problems
• Ensure thorough cleaning
• Identify structural damage early
• Reduce the frequency of pump-outs

Think your septic tank needs attention? Contact us to schedule service.

Benefits of Choosing Hartland Septic

When it comes to septic tank pumping, you want a business you can trust. Here’s why Hartland Septic is your best bet:

• Friendly and knowledgeable staff
• Honest and trustworthy with open communication
• Prompt services
• Fully licensed, insured, and bonded
• Fast, FREE estimates
• Locally and family-owned business
• EGLE certified
• Over 30 years of experience

When it comes to caring for your septic tank, our team at Hartland Septic is here to help. Reach out to us to schedule pumping.