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Septic Systems and the Holidays in Boise, ID

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It’s that time of year where there’s magic in the air, Christmas cheer, and time to set resolutions before the end of the year. December brings with it fond memories, time with family and friends, and a lot of items on your to-do list with regards to planning and executing holiday activities, gift giving, holiday cards, and more. At ASAP Septic , we understand that the winter season can be hectic as it is, and we hope to make your life easier by providing the best tips and tricks to avoid any major septic issues during this holiday season. We know that one disaster too many can throw off your entire holiday schedule, and we hope to help you prevent any issues before they arise.  One question our clients tend to ask us in the winter as the weather gets colder is whether a septic tank can freeze. And the answer is yes! Septic tanks can freeze, particularly on colder years where the frost line is deeper into the earth, putting pipes and tanks and all the underground hardware of a septic s

Grease Trap Cleaning and Pumping in Boise, ID

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Ideally, running a restaurant should be like running a well-oiled machine: no hitches, everything flowing as smooth as butter. Including, of course, floor drains, sinks, and industrial dishwasher drains, all of which can quickly become clogged by the aforementioned butter. Working with fats, oils, and greases (FOGs) in the food service industry is practically unavoidable, and the critical piece of plumbing that keeps those substances from clogging up pipes and drains and causing major issues is the grease trap.  What is a grease trap?   Most managers in the service industry know that the grease trap is an important element, even if they’re not quite sure what exactly it does. A grease trap is a plumbing fixture located downstream from the drains, but before wastewater enters the municipal sewer system. It serves to intercept grease, oil, fats, and other solids before they enter the sewer. The old adage, “oil and water don’t mix,” is true, and oils, fats, and grease float to the top of