Preventive Maintenance for Advanced Aerobic Systems
Your aerobic septic system is a sensitive ecosystem comprised of live bacteria. Follow these proven tips to keep your system running smoothly and avoid costly repairs.
All systems have to be pumped out eventually. Go longer between pumpings by not adding things that can't decompose easily. Our comprehensive inspections will alert you to small problems before they become big repairs. We'll educate you on what to do, what to avoid, common problems, and best practices.
Things to Do
Follow these practices to extend system life
Pump system every 2-5 years
All tanks must be cleaned when solid levels get too high. We provide a pumping service for our customers.
Spread out excessive laundry
Distribute loads over the week to prevent a potential overload on your system.
Check tablets monthly
If your aerobic system uses tablets, check it every month and only refill with Septic Tablets.
Call when you have an alarm
Problems can multiply when a small issue is left for too long. Contact your maintenance provider immediately.
Keep fire ants away
Protect system electrical components from fire ant damage.
Trim grass regularly
Keep grass trimmed around system and disposal field.
Things to Avoid
These practices speed solid buildup and cause problems
Over pumping
This will waste money. Our skilled technicians will let you know when pumping is necessary.
Leaky toilets and sinks
Repair them immediately; even a small constant drip can quickly overload your septic system.
Excessive garbage disposal use
This puts organic material into your system that doesn't biodegrade.
Excessive bleach or cleaners
These products kill beneficial bacteria and can cause odors along with other problems.
Excessive fabric softener
Can bind the organic materials in your aerobic system, preventing them from biodegrading.
Turning the power off
Never turn off to save electricity or silence an alarm. Only do so when directed by your maintenance provider.
Self-repairing your system
Unless you have been trained in the system, this can be extremely hazardous: electricity and water don't mix.
NEVER Do These
Flush paints or household chemicals such as automobile fluids.
Flush non-biodegradable products such as cigarette butts, paper towels, condoms, bandages, etc.
Use excessive amounts of strong disinfectants, bleach, or drano. These products kill beneficial bacteria and can cause odors along with other problems.
Use the blue toilet bowl cleaner with each flush.
Use swimming pool tablets
This hurts the environment and is against the law. Fines from $500 to $2000.
Store waste water tablets next to gasoline
Mixing both vapors will cause spontaneous combustion (start a fire without a match).
Aerobic Septic Pumping (vacuuming)
All aerobic septic systems need to be pumped out by a licensed vacuum truck company every 3-5 years depending on usage. Advanced Aerobic Systems checks the solid levels in your septic system during our inspection visits, and we'll let you know when it's time to vacuum out your tank.
We provide high-quality pumping services to all our customers with great pricing. Whoever you choose to go with for your vacuuming needs, make sure the company cleans the system completely when it is pumped (all tanks and chambers).
Partial cleaning will cause more frequent pumpouts.
Pricing
We charge a flat rate for vacuuming most 500 GPD septic tank models. However, additional fees will be applied on top of the flat rate if:
- The effluent level in your septic system is higher than during normal operation (system backing up/other issue)
- Your septic tank has a capacity over 500 GPD
- You are located further than 45 miles away from our base of operation
Our rates may change or be adjusted at any time. Please call the office for current pricing.
Time to Pump: Septic Pumpout
There are multiple compartments in your treatment unit. We check the levels in each one during our inspections. This helps prevent future issues that may arise.
Side-effects of high solids:
- Premature water pump failure
- Solids spraying onto lawn
- Clogged filters, backed-up system
We don't want things to get this bad, so we keep an eye on things to let you know when we see a potential issue.
Tank Compartments: Just One Opening?
There are multiple compartments in your septic system, possibly more than just one tank. Even if you see 3 green openings above the ground, there could still be more hidden beneath the surface.
Buried, or otherwise inaccessible tank openings present a wall of sorts for us. We're unable to accurately determine if your septic system needs pumping or not.
Additionally, most vacuuming companies charge an additional fee each time they have to dig down to a tank opening, and that's assuming they're able to find them all.
We dug up these tank openings for access
What happens if only part of your septic system is pumped?
- Rapid buildup of solids (another pumpout soon awaits you)
- Paying extra money for a partial pumpout job
We know your system, and we can easily tell how many openings your tank has by the model and design of your septic system.
Questions About Your System?
Our team is here to help you maintain your aerobic septic system and answer any questions about preventive care.
Email: Support@AdvancedAerobic.Systems
Address: 2154 County Rd. 57, Rosharon, TX 77583
Maintenance Provider License #MP0001301
Installer License #OS0003120