Day: May 18, 2020

Even if you have had a septic system for years, you may still be fuzzy on how they operate. That’s okay! That is why there are trained professionals available to help you service your system. One very important part of septic systems are drain fields. They are basically subsurface water treatment plants. They remove impurities from the effluent from your tank. The wastewater will then percolate downward and eventually will enter a groundwater aquifer. However, all of this happens underground. You might not even know where your drain field is! It is important that you find out. The drain field is an important part of any septic system and it is vital to maintain it properly. If you aren’t sure where your drain field is, you should hire a professional to find it for you. Here are a few pointers to help ensure the safety of your drain field. Just because it looks like a nice, open space doesn’t mean you should fill it up. The perfect cover for your drain field is simply grass. This can be as ornamental as you like. Shrubs and trees are recommended to be planted at least 30 feet away. Tree and shrub roots