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How Important is Septic Maintenance in Whitehall, Michigan?

We offer tailored  septic tank services, maintenance, and inspections in Whitehall, Michigan to  keep your septic tank operating at optimal levels.  West Michigan Septic Sewer and Drain Service can  conduct a full check of your septic tank and drainage fields to ensure everything is working properly. Our services include: · Septic Tank Cleanings · Pump Repair and Replacement · Filter Cleanings · Septic Inspections (Reports Included) · Lift Pump Repairs for Elevated Drain Fields · Grease Trap Cleanings and Video Inspections West Michigan Septic Sewe  te the process.  West Michigan Septic Sewer and Drain Service   have a variety of trucks to fit your needs. Depending on the size of your septic tank and the distance from the road to your tank opening, the time taken to complete the septic tank pump out may vary. Depending on your usage, your septic tank may need a pump-out once every 3–5 years. Once your septic tank has been emptied...

Tips for Septic System Cleaning on Spring Season in Muskegon, Michigan

Many are already beginning to see the early signs of spring, the sun shining, birds chirping and snow melting away! This comes as a huge relief to many, but it also raises many concerns as you begin to see flooding. Flooding can lead to many issues, but one issue many people overlook is the effects it can have on their  septic system in Holland, Allendale, Whitehall, Coopersville, Muskegon, and Twin Lake. Excessive water leaking into your drain field and tank can be very hard on your system causing tank levels to rise and ponds to occur above their field. However, if we take some precautionary steps we can  avoid these septic system problems. Call  West Michigan Septic Sewer and Drain Services  for an inspection and preventative maintenance. Now it's time to get ready  for spring cleaning your septic systems in Michigan.  While you're making the plans, don't forget to add septic care to your list. Your septic has been buried under frozen soil for th...

Maintenance Tips for Septic Tanks During Winter

Having a frozen septic tank during the winter is probably one of the worst situations you could be in. A frozen septic system will result in damaged septic parts and, as a result, a failed unusable system. Call West Michigan Septic Sewer Drain for immediate assistance. Here are the things that you need to do to as preventative measures : ·          Proper Insulation. Septic tanks, including the drain field, trench or mound, need a protective cover to trap the heat inside the system. Anaerobic bacteria that break down solid waste materials and treat wastewater need heat to maintain a high level of metabolism. An insulating blanket or cover will keep the anaerobic bacteria working. ·          Soil and Snow Compaction. Driving over the drain field of your septic system causes soil and snow to compact.  When the soil is compacted, it becomes dense and wouldn’t be able to filter and drain the...