Why additives won prevent pumping?
Some of the solids in the tank are sand, grit, bits of plastic and similar materials. No enzyme or bacteria can digest these. Other organic and inorganic solids are not very digestible. Hence they accumulate. In short, adding enzymes or bacteria usually won’t prevent pumping the tank, just make it run smoother between pumping. The solution is simple. Pump your tank every three to five years. The routine maintenance of pumping your tank. After a system is working it requires very little maintenance. About all you have to do is pump the tank out every three to five years. The purpose of pumping out the tank is to remove accumulated solids. These solids can and will stop-up the soil where the wastewater is to be absorbed. When you have your tank pumped, it is wise to inspect the condition of the tank. Your licensed septic tank pumper can check the condition of the septic tank and the pipes going into and out of the tank. The most often heard myth though is the concept that, “I never had t
