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SECTION 1:
Septic System Do's
and Don'ts
D
O'S
1. Do keep your as-built system diagram, design, permit, and all related records
in a safe place for reference. Know where your septic tank system is and
keep a diagram of it's location. Records may be available at your local health
agency. They will be helpful if problems occur, and will be valuable to the next
owner of your home.
2. Do keep accurate maintenance records. Make sure whoever services your
tank keeps provides a written report and ask for a copy for your own records.
System records are often necessary when applying for future permits for
decks, remodels, expansions, etc. and will help future contractors locate and
protect your system.
3. Do practice water conservation. By reducing the amount of water going into
your system you can extend the life of the system and lower power
consumption.
4. Do reduce water use by:
• Using low flow faucets, showers and toilets.
• Running appliances one at a time (dishwasher, washing machine, etc).
• Spreading laundry over the entire week and avoid partial loads.
• Washing only full loads of dishes and laundry.
• Taking showers instead of baths
• Limiting shower length
• Taking baths with a partially filled tub
• Fixing all faucets and toilet leaks promptly
• Turning water off while brushing, shaving, etc.
5. Do consider purchasing a front-loading, high efficiency, low-water use washing
machine at replacement time. These machines have become comparable in
price to top-loaders and use much less water and electricity – saving your
septic system and your money.
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