Septic Service in Boise

As we all know, the housing market in Boise, Idaho is the hottest we've ever seen it. Many families are searching for any house they can get in their price range, and although a home with a septic system may have been intimidating before, more and more people are willing to take on the challenge. Many people don' know too much about septic systems; today, we'd like to share three of the advantages of living in a home with a septic system.  1) Cost Effective Even including fees associated with  septic tank installation  and maintenance, septic systems come out to be more cost-effective than being hooked up to municipal water. A properly maintained septic tank can last for up 25-50 years, so depending on how long you live in your home, you may not need to deal with the  excavation  and replacement of a septic tank. Additionally, homeowners with septic systems don't need to pay the property taxes and fees associated with municipal water, which means even more savin...

ASAP Septic is an industry leader here in Boise, Idaho. We take our job very seriously and make it a top priority to provide high-quality service so we can keep your septic system running smoothly. Today, we'll be sharing the basics behind how a septic system works.  The General Idea Most people know the basic idea behind septic systems: a home or business with a septic system isn't hooked up to municipal water, which means that wastewater from sinks, showers, dishwashers, washing machines, and toilets isn't carried away to a wastewater treatment plant. Instead, the wastewater is flushed into a septic tank, where waste is stored.  This is all accurate, but there's a little more to the story. First, let's talk about the difference pieces and parts of a septic system.  The Equipment Although not all septic systems are the same, here are some basic parts that most septic systems will have:  Inlet: the main drain line that wastewater from the house passes through to rea...

Using your garbage disposal for the wrong things may be damaging to your septic tank! Putting spoiled or moldy food down your garbage disposal may seem like quick and easy way to get of rid of old leftovers, but doing so excessively may disrupt the microbial ecosystem that's so crucial to the proper function of your septic tank. By avoiding the most damaging categories of food items, you can preserve and elongate the life of your septic system. These categories include:    Hard, Woody Food Items This category includes items like: Peanuts, walnuts, and other hard seeds and nuts Peach or plum pits Popsicle or corndog sticks and other food skewers Hard, woody food items oftentimes cannot be broken down enough and can lead to clogged drains and  grease traps . Any hard and woody waste should be placed in the garbage.  Sticky or Sludgy Substances Sticky and sludgy substances like coffee grounds, grease, oil, fat, and some syrups can coat the walls of the pipework to your ...

Given the housing market lately, you may unexpectedly find yourself with a  home that has a septic system . As a new homeowner, if a septic system isn't something you've ever considered, caring for and maintaining it may feel overwhelming; however, practically speaking, living with a septic system is not too different from being connected to the city sewage system. Here are some basic things to know as you learn to manage your septic system:  How Does a Septic System Work? A septic system is basically a giant tank that collects wastewater from your home. Some waste--called scum--floats to the top of the wastewater, and some waste--called sludge--settles to the bottom. The water in between these two layers passes through a grease trap designed to catch debris and is then allowed to seep back into the ground, which allows you to go 2-5 years before having to get your tank  pumped . The area in your yard where this water seeps back in is called the leach field. The naturally...

Over two decades ago, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) released guidelines for the disposal of medications; before that, flushing unused medications down the toilet was common practice. These practices put harmful chemicals into the environment and, as an unexpected outcome, encouraged the growth of antibiotic resistant bacteria, which is an increasingly prevalent problem in healthcare today.  Our bodies don't use up every last bit of medication we take; just like the food we eat, a portion of it is excreted through waste. Recent estimates indicate that up to 10% of medicines are eliminated from the body in this way, and that can impact your septic system.  Medication and the Septic System Your septic system houses wastewater, food scraps, debris from showers, and human waste. If you or a member of your household is medicated, a tiny portion of that medication will end up in your septic tank. While it doesn't seem like a lot, this small bit of medicine can greatly impact ...

It's the nightmare that no one wants to think about: an untreated septic emergency can compromise the health and safety of your family, pets, and potentially contaminate water sources or the entire neighborhood with biological waste. As a septic tank owner in the Boise and Meridian Idaho area, you recognize the importance of keeping your tank up to date, but how can you know if a septic emergency is imminent? Here are four telltale signs that you should call a professional  today:    1) Slow draining sinks or bathtubs If there's only one sink or tub that drains slowly, you may simply need to  clear a clogged drain , but if you notice that all of your drains seem to take longer, your your  main sewer drain line may need to be cleared . Left untreated, you may find yourself with blackwater (also known as sewage!) backing up into your toilets and sinks. While we can certainly help even then, it will save you time and a whole lot of stress to call us before it gets ...

With the increasingly competitive housing market that Boise, Meridian and Eagle Idaho have been experiencing over the past year, potential homeowners are realizing that their ability to be picky in a home is diminishing. While the presence of a septic tank in a home might have scared many away a few years ago, in the day and age home buyers will take what they can get.  Owning a home with a septic tank may seem overwhelming to you now, but once you understand how to maintain your septic tank there really is no need to worry. In fact, septic tanks actually have some advantages over being hooked up to the city sewage line:  Avoiding fees : While it may seem easier to be hooked up to a city sewer line, it doesn't necessarily mean it will be any less expensive. Monthly fees also tend to increase over the years, meaning that you will be having to pay government fees for your sewage line as long as you live in your home. On the other hand, when you have a septic tank on your propert...