How Often Do I Need to Pump My Septic Tank?

A common question we hear often, and the answer can vary for everyone, it all depends on a couple of factors.

​​Frequency of Pumping: 4 Major Factors

1. Number of people in household: The more people the more you will need to pump. Generally, we like to say an average sized family will need to their septic system looked at every 3 years, and elderly couples every 5 years. If you have individuals in your household with long hair, we recommend that your filter is cleaned annually.
2. Size of your septic tank
3. The amount of wastewater generated
4. The volume of solids in the wastewater