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Any system which offers a benefit as large as the one that your septic system supplies to your home is a system that should be maintained regularly. Without regular and preventative maintenance, you can expect costly upcoming bills and wasted time on overdue projects. Our maintenance programs are designed to help eliminate emergencies. Together we can discuss the factors that will help us customize the frequency of your maintenance program. Entrust us with the care of your equipment, and we will protect the unique needs of your residence.

Diagram showing a house connected to a sewer main under the street, with the lateral running from the house across private property and the public right-of-way. Ideal for explaining cesspool service Suffolk County, NY. Labels indicate each section.
A diagram showing a house, yard, sidewalk, and street in NY, illustrating that the homeowner is responsible for the sewer lateral to the property line, while the city is responsible for the main sewer—relevant for septic system services Suffolk County.

While the team at AAA Dependable Cesspool Sewer & Drain is ready to help you with any of your cesspool maintenance needs, we know that you will want to keep things flowing smoothly on your own too. Here are some maintenance services that you can take advantage of right now to maintain the health and function of your septic system:

The team at AAA Dependable Cesspool Sewer & Drain can help you get on a regular pumping schedule. This is important because when solids accumulate, your cesspool will not function properly. That will cause damage to your pipes, as well as allow excess gasses to enter your home.
Your septic tank will build up sludge and scum over time. We offer professional water jetting maintenance that will allow us to clean your tank of debris. Built up debris can prevent your system from functioning properly.
If you own a septic tank, it would be wise to use a bacteria additive. A live organic bacteria additive will help break down substances that will harm your septic system. Oftentimes, things like soap and chemicals get into your septic tank and kill the bacteria that allow your tank to function properly. By using an additive, you are utilizing an inexpensive way to keep your pipes and your tank as a whole clean and running smoothly.
Some older septic tank systems do not have a filter. If you do, it should be cleaned or replaced whenever you receive septic system services. If you are in need of a filter, which prevents solid waste from entering your drain field, contact us and we will install one for you!
In performing regular maintenance on your cesspool and septic tank system, one of the things that you can do on your own is to maintain the drain field of your septic system. To do this, you should avoid planting trees or gardens nearby. This will deter roots from growing under your septic system. Another way to maintain your drain field is to avoid parking any vehicles over the cesspool or anywhere near the septic tank.
The EPA says that efficient water use will greatly improve the operation of your cesspool. If you tend to waste water because of things like leaky toilets or using your washing machine too much, you are potentially flooding your septic system. This will likely cause damage to your drain field and allow it to flood. An easy way to avoid this is by using high efficiency appliances. Energy Star appliances use 50 percent water than typical appliances, so consider buying them from now on to save on water consumption.
It is important that your septic system is cleaned out regularly to prevent any clogs or floods. If your cesspool has not been cleaned in some time, you can still check the waste level in your septic system by using a simple test. By using a dipping stick that can reach the bottom of the septic tank, you will be able to see the amount of scum and sludge that is present at the bottom. This will be a good indicator for you as to whether or not you need to pump your cesspool. When you look at the dipping stick, the sludge level should be one third less than the tank’s height. If it is higher, that means it is time to call AAA Dependable Cesspool Sewer & Drain to start the pumping process. There are many ways to be sure that you are practicing proper cesspool maintenance. If you are interested in any of our maintenance programs, call AAA Dependable Cesspool Sewer & Drain for some information today. Our certified plumbers are available to you any day and at any time for any of your cesspool needs and services.