Inside the tank, grease and scum float to the top and solid waste sink to the bottom while wastewater sits in the middle. The wastewater, also called effluent, flows on out to the drain field for further treatment through the soil.
Over time, bacteria in the tank breaks down solid waste into dense, space-saving sludge. Still, the top layer of scum and the bottom layer of sludge in the septic tank begin to build and thicken. Eventually, they take up too much space in the tank.
The Pumping Process Explained
Septic tank pumping in Pineville has one objective: to make room in the septic tank. It works like this:
Our uniformed technicians arrive at your property in a specialized vacuum truck designed specifically for septic work. We start by locating your tank's access lids and carefully removing them to access inside.
Next, we insert a large industrial vacuum hose directly into your tank. Our truck's powerful pump creates intense suction that pulls waste through the hose and into our sealed holding tank. We also use the hose to thoroughly agitate and break up the sludge layer so our pump can extract every bit.
It’s a systematic process that involves special equipment and technique. Depending on how long it's been since your last service, we typically extract several hundred gallons of waste material from residential tanks.
Why Thorough Cleaning Matters
Septic pumping is the service you’ll most often schedule, but occasional septic cleaning is also important. While pumping clears the tank, septic cleaning involves spraying down the tank’s walls, baffles, and inlet and outlet pipes to wash away stubborn gunk and muck.
This thorough cleaning helps your system work more efficiently, and it helps our technicians more easily and accurately spot and identify damage or issues in the tank’s interior.
Working With Licensed and Insured Professionals
When you choose Septic Blue for your septic cleaning or septic pumping in Pineville, you're working with properly licensed and insured professionals who understand the value of a great reputation.
Our uniformed technicians arrive on time, treat your property and space respectfully, and communicate clearly about what they find during inspection.
This is not our first rodeo. We've served Pineville and surrounding areas for years, and our client reviews speak for themselves. If you’re looking for a reliable septic company in Pineville, then call or message Septic Blue today.
Call Septic Blue Anytime
A functional septic system is not just a matter of convenience; it affects your health and well-being, and it shields you from legal liability, too. You don’t have to wait through the weekend or holidays to have your septic tank pumped. Contact Septic Blue today for emergency septic service in Pineville.
