Recommended Pumping Frequency

How often do you tell homeowners to have their septic tank pumped? A poster is concerned that customers aren’t listening to good advice on the topic.

Question:

“You only need to pump a septic every 10-12 years!” I’m hearing this more and more from people. My experience as a pumper says this is a dangerous standard to set. What say you?

Answers:

Most 1,000-gallon two-compartment tanks need to be pumped every three to five years to...

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