Offering a wide variety of septic services in the Raleigh area, Septic Blue of Raleigh has heard a lot of myths and misconceptions when it comes to your septic tank. Your family and your neighbors may think they know everything about your septic tank, and while they may offer good advice, their answers may not always be right.

Like most things, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions about septic tanks that many people still don’t know the answer to. We found the top 3myths and misconceptions when it comes to your septic tank and today, we’re breaking them down for you.

3 Common Myths and Misconceptions about your Septic Tank

1.  Septic tanks last forever
This is the most common myth we see, and it’s one we have to break down immediately. Even if you take proper care of your septic tank and get it cleaned often, pumped often, or repaired often, it won’t last you forever. Like most things in your home, with proper care and attention, it will last you a long time. If you properly maintenance and care for your septic tank, it can last anywhere from 20-40 years.

2.  Using cleaners eliminates the need for septic tank pumping
Another thing we hear often is people thinking that by using chemical cleaners they think they don’t have to have their tank pumped every 3-5 years. This is false! Believe it or not, these harsh chemical cleaners aren’t good for your septic tank like they say they are. Your septic tank has a balance of different bacteria that help to break down waste, and if you wash those away with chemicals, it can cause more damage. While you can use chemical cleaners as a last resort, you should always have your tank pumped by Septic Blue of Raleigh every 3-5 years.