Septic Service in Boise

With the weather slowly beginning to warm up, our friends and neighbors here in Idaho are beginning to break out the sleeping bags and bear spray and making sure their camping and adventuring gear is in check. We love the great outdoors just as much as anyone, and we are especially excited to enter the spring and summer seasons and all the opportunities those seasons bring here in Idaho, and, along with it, RV season.  At ASAP Septic , we value serving our friends and neighbors, and our sewer and septic knowledge includes RV septic care . These systems do come with the potential for health hazards because of the biohazardous waste involved, so it’s a subject that we take very seriously to maintain the health and safety of our clients. Today, we’ll be sharing ten tips for dumping an RV septic tank:  If you are dumping both your gray and black water, dumping the black water first allows you to use the gray water to flush any residual debris from the hose. Gray water includes wa...

Most everyone knows that a septic system has something to do with toilets, waste, and that there’s a tank somewhere underground, but what are the semantics behind the septic system, and how does it differ from a traditional sewer system? ASAP Septic is the industry leader for all things sewer and septic here in southern Idaho, and we are excited to share our knowledge and expertise with our clients, along with our septic services honed from years of experience.  Where are septic systems used? Septic systems are most commonly used in rural areas, where homes and businesses may not have access to a municipal sewer system. Oftentimes, these properties also draw water from aquifers and underground water sources, although this isn’t a part of the septic system. As communities here in Idaho continue to expand rapidly, some properties that used to be considered more rural may have subdivisions popping around them, so septic systems are becoming more common in suburban areas as well as c...

One thing about the Boise, Idaho area is that we see a lot of turnover in homeownership, especially in recent years! The Treasure Valley is a wonderful place to live, and we love to see so many people appreciating the beauty of the Gem State. One aspect that a lot of newer homeowners may not have experienced before is purchasing and owning a home that runs on a septic system rather than on a city sewer system. This is more common in rural areas, including a decent part of Idaho. At ASAP Septic , we use our years of experience and our expert knowledge to serve our friends and neighbors with all things related to septic systems.  One service we offer is the real estate septic inspection . We recommend that everyone considering purchasing a home with a septic system utilize this service; improperly maintained septic tanks can cause expensive issues and can even pose a serious health hazard because of the biohazardous waste involved. Ensuring that the septic system for your home-to-be ...

As with many things, “Prevention is Key,” is an excellent catchphrase, and it’s no different when it comes to septic system issues. A little bit of regular maintenance and being proactive can save you from costly problems and subsequent repairs. Although septic systems are set up to work well with little to no intervention, they rely on anaerobic bacteria to break down wastes to be most efficient, and maintaining an environment where these helper bacteria can thrive is critical to the health and efficiency of your septic system.  How Does a Septic System Work? Septic systems are designed to treat and recycle wastewater, letting the effluent--water that runs off--seep back into the ground to reenter the water cycle. In short, the journey that wastewater takes from the moment a toilet flushes or water otherwise goes down the drain is this:  Smaller pipes lead to the main drain line. From sewage to shower water to the washing machine, sinks to the dishwasher and any other drain...

Every homeowner dreads when sewer and septic problems arise, and with good reason, too! Having your drains running smoothly is an often overlooked but critical part of a functional household, and these issues can quickly move from unpleasant and uncomfortable to an outright health hazard if it’s not addressed in a timely manner. ASAP Septic provides 24-hour emergency septic services, but we are also eager to help our clients maintain their drain, sewer, and septic systems before these problems arise. Just as you may get an annual checkup with a physician to check in on your physical health, you can have your drains checked up on through a drain line inspection .  What is a drain line inspection?  A specialized high definition waterproof camera is mounted on a flexible rod called a snake, which is then fed through a drain and pipe system while an expert watches the video feed in real time. A real-time camera inspection is useful for identifying a problem, searching for someth...

Whether you are building a new structure to house your business or recently purchased a commercial property with a septic system, it can be difficult knowing the ins and outs of a commercial septic system when your business is located where there is no municipal sewer system in place. It’s something that may not be discussed as frequently as residential systems , and on top of everything else that comes with running a business, can sometimes feel overwhelming. Luckily, you’ve come to the right place! At ASAP Septic , we are eager to help our friends and neighbors in Boise and southeastern ID with all things sewer and septic.  Commercial properties that would need a commercial septic tank installation include:  Office buildings Schools Churches Restaurants Stores Manufacturing sites Laundromats Apartment complexes, condos, hotels Industrial buildings and warehouses Campgrounds Any other property used for a purpose beyond private use Commercial septic tanks work identically to...

With the state of the housing market over the last few years here in Boise, ID, many homeowners find themselves either considering purchasing a home or as a new homeowner of a property with a septic system. Once you understand the basics of septic maintenance and care, living on septic comes with many advantages, including being more eco-friendly and affordable, but there can be a learning curve if you aren’t used to it. At ASAP Septic , we are eager to serve our clients through our septic services and through our blog by providing our clients with useful information related to all things sewer and septic. As an industry leader in southeastern Idaho, we are passionate about improving our communities and serving our fellow Idahoans.  Last spring, we were blessed with an abundance of rainfall after several years of drought. We were delighted to see our reservoirs and water tables replenished, but realize that new septic owners may not recognize potential issues that can arise as a...