Cesspools, Drywells, Seepage Pits, Leaching Pit Maintenance

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Cesspools, Drywells, Seepage Pits, Leaching Pit Maintenance

These pits are typically constructed of a tank with holds in the sides and without a bottom.
Sewage should be removed regularly to allow the biomat, which will have formed along the sidewalls, to rest.
- Typically, this will fall between every 24-36 months for most users
  - Lower use or low additions of organic materials may decrease the amount of maintenance needed
  - High use will increase the amount of maintenance needed
Once the biomat has dried out, flow will increase, and the disposal system can resume service.

FEATURES

Your disposal system will be thoroughly pumped and cleaned:
- Liquid, solid, and semi-solid material in disposal tank is removed.
- Tank shall be deemed clean when all organic solids are removed and the total average liquid depth remaining in the tank is between 1” and 3”
Inspection of tank and components will be completed at time of service and provided to you.

OPTIONS

Pumping and cleaning of all types of holding disposal tanks
Locating and accessing of disposal tank and components
Excavation of disposal tank and components
Installation and repair of disposal tank components (Where Allowable)
Heavy Solids removal from disposal tank and components

REQUIREMENTS

Ground level access to tank
- Locating and access services available
- Installation of Riser and Lids available
Tank located within 200 feet of gravel or paved path
- Additional distances available upon request
12 feet of height clearance from road to location of system
- Accommodations can be made upon request

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