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How to Avoid Your Grease Trap from Smelling

A grease trap is an interceptor, which is part of the plumbing system that is designed to trap the  greases and solid wastes such as food particles, which are being drained towards the sewer, that is  before they enter a wastewater disposal system of the sewer. This wastewater also contains oils that  are also referred to as grease that usually drains towards the septic tanks and form a floating scum  layer.  Grease traps are assembled mainly to intercept and collect the greases, which is also referred to as  the fog. Otherwise, the sewer lines are expected to be clogged due to the blockage of the fogs and may  eventually emit a foul-smelling odor and pest infestation. Its mechanic is very basic and it only traps the fogs by slowing down the flow of hot greasy water and  allowing them to cool down eventually. The grease floats over the water and is being trapped in the  interceptor and the water alone flows down the pipe of the sewer lines. The interceptor is place

What are the Signs of a Bad Lift Pump?

Lift pumps are a part of modern devices that make the processes of moving objects or materials from  one place to another quick and accident-free. Specifically, lift pumps are used in septic systems so that  the waste water from a lower pressure area will be moved to a higher pressure area smoothly and  regularly. Any malfunction with the lift pump will result in severe inconvenience such as back-flow and  leakages, problems with the float ball, and electrical problems. Lift Pump Repair service providers must be contacted in case you sense something is unusual with  your system so that it will be checked right away. The said issues can be avoided by being aware of the different signs of a bad lift pump. Lift Pump  Repair Allendale is there to answer your need if you have an overflowing tank, stuck lift pump, motor  and wiring issues, float problem and faulty valve. Overflowing tank You surely have a problem with your lift pump when the tank starts to sink or overflow

5 Ways to Keep Your Septic System Healthy

One of the essential elements of a residential property is the septic system. Yet despite its importance,  it is often overlooked by most property owners. Most homes and offices nowadays have septic  systems, but unfortunately, many people do not know where the septic tank is located within their  properties. Most people are not aware that septic maintenance is crucial to ensure the health of a  septic system and thereby guarantee its longevity. Sadly, septic systems are often inadvertently taken  for granted and are sometimes consequently mistreated by those who are unaware of the need to  manage their water usage responsibly. Proper care and maintenance of the septic system are needed  to avoid requiring component repairs, which can be troublesome and costly. Having even a basic knowledge of how the septic system works will make you more conscious of the  things that you do that can affect the system negatively and might cause damage. Periodic  professional *septic main