The Care and Keeping of Drain Fields

The Care and Keeping of Drain Fields

In general, septic systems contain two main parts: the tank and the drain field. Waste flows into the tank first, where solids sink to the bottom while liquids flow out into the drain field, which is a network of pipes and filters designed to remove contaminants from...
A User’s Guide to Septic Systems

A User’s Guide to Septic Systems

Florida is not only a leader in tourism but also the #1 location for domestic migration—in other words, more people move here than any other state in the US. New Florida residents can find it challenging to adapt to life here for a variety of reasons. For example,...
How to Tell if You Need Septic Pumping Services

How to Tell if You Need Septic Pumping Services

In a public sewer system, all waste is channeled to treatment facilities. In a private septic system, on the other hand, the solid waste remains in the tank until it is removed by septic professionals like those on our team here at Tampa Bay Septic. When your tank is...
How to Prevent a Toilet Backup

How to Prevent a Toilet Backup

Our team at Tampa Bay Septic has extensive experience in the septic industry, and we are more than familiar with all the different issues that can affect your tank and plumbing. For example, one of the most common issues we get called about is toilet backup—which, for...
How Do Septic Systems Work?

How Do Septic Systems Work?

Today, a lot of homes rely on the municipal wastewater treatment system to process waste from their homes. But nearly as many rely on septic systems to process this waste. If your home has a septic system, or if you’re planning on moving into a home with one of these...
Why You Shouldn’t Put Off Your Septic Pumping Appointment

Why You Shouldn’t Put Off Your Septic Pumping Appointment

Septic pumping is the most important aspect of maintaining your septic tank. Most homes need to have their septic tank pumped every three to five years, depending on the number of people who live in the home, daily water usage, the size of the tank, etc. Since you...