Have you used, or been told to use RID-X for septic maintenance? Additives like RID-X or yeast can actually cause you more money and headache than not using anything. RID-X contains much stronger enzymes than the natural bacteria that is found in a healthy septic system. Breaking down solids at a much more rapid rate actually allows them to travel out to your drain field. This will lead to your drain field becoming clogged and potentially even needing to be replaced, and the average septic system replacement cost could set you back anywhere from $8,000 - $25,000! How can you maintain a healthy septic system?
Be aware of everything you are putting down your sinks and NEVER treat your toilets or sinks like a garbage can.
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4/6/2021 06:42:50 am
You made a good point when you shared that it is important to ensure that your system is working correctly by conducting regular inspections. My uncle just mentioned the other day that he is thinking of getting a septic tank for his new house that he just built a few months ago. I will suggest to him looking for a reliable service that can offer to inspect it regularly.
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6/3/2021 05:25:48 am
You made a good point when you shared that your septic tank needs to be pumped every 3 years depending on the size of the tank and the home's water usage. My uncle just mentioned the other day that he is going to move to a new house in a few months and it comes with a septic system. I will suggest to him looking for a reliable service that can help to pump it regularly.
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Thanks for pointing out that getting a septic system inspection would be able to keep the tank working properly and prevent clogs and broken pipes. I will be inheriting the property of my grandmother, and I plan to live there before this year ends. It seems that it is best to have an inspection service first to ensure that I will have no issues there in the future and live there comfortably.
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2/1/2023 09:49:42 pm
I never took into account the fact that the drain field can be clogged and would need replacement when the solids are broken down at a rapid rate compared to what they should be. In that case, I need to look for a leach field repair service for our property after noticing that we have a wet or damp area of grass even when it did not rain. It might be related to that because we never knew about the information you talked about before when we moved here in our own home for three years now.
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2/25/2023 02:49:29 pm
Be cautious with RID-X and other septic additives, as they contain strong enzymes that can lead to costly clogs and drain field damage. Stick to natural maintenance methods and regular inspections.
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2/27/2023 11:18:41 pm
I appreciate you saying that getting a septic inspection is a good idea to make sure your system is operating properly and that the pipes going to your drain field are free of obstructions and damage. My sister's pipes are filthy and clogged. I'll contact a plumber to have my sister's pipes cleaned.
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3/22/2023 05:46:32 am
It got me when you said that the natural bacteria of the system can actually be destroyed with harsh chemicals like bleach, antifreeze, and pesticides. I should get a septic tank cleaning service this year after living here for five years, since I might have used bleach for our toilet lately. So I need to ensure that we will be getting the services of experts to keep the unit working for many more years to come and learn more about what we should not drain down the toilet this time.
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6/13/2023 12:49:07 am
I appreciate your saying to have a septic inspection to make sure your system is operating properly and that the pipes going to your drain field are free of obstructions and breaks. According to my sister, the drains are clogged. I'll advise her to have the obstruction treated by a septic tank professional.
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