West Michigan Septic Sewer & Drain

Sewer back-up  can result in a great deal of damage to homes, including the development of mold problems and of course bacteria from sewage that has entered the home. It requires immediate proper clean-up that stops the damage to carpets, walls, furniture and other personal property that will be costly to replace. Avoiding Sewer Back-Up Prevention is always better than dealing with damage. Have a full evaluation done by evaluation done by West Michigan Septic Sewer and Drain Service . There are several things you can do to prevent sewer back-up from destroying your home and property: ·          Install sump pumps and check regularly to ensure they are in good working order ·          Have backflow valves installed in your home ·          Ensure that your property has good drainage – a slope that moves away from your home is best ·    ...

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...

Here are some grease trap cleaning tips from West Michigan Septic Sewer and Drain Service: ·          Initially check the grease trap quarterly to determine required cleaning frequency for your site. Hire  West Michigan Septic Sewer and Drain Service  to perform scheduled cleanings. ·          Pump-out / remove fats, oils, food waste and maintain the grease trap when accumulations get too high ·          Implement the use of a bacteria additive to reduce the build-up of  oils  and other organic waste ·          Assess the viability of automatic injection pumps to pump bacteria into the grease trap at set intervals for virtually maintenance free treatment ·          Keep a maintenance log ·          Advise ...

If you spot a problem in your septic tank, then maybe it’s time for a septic tank maintenance or repair in West Michigan, here are septic tank troubleshooting checklist in West Michigan: ·          Check what's been flushed into the system. Septic tanks and other off mains drainage systems can be sensitive things, and there are plenty of things that could be flushed into them which would cause them all sorts of upset. Things such as antibacterial cleaning products , grease and oil and even cotton buds can cause havoc with your septic tank.   If anyone in your household has flushed something down there that they shouldn't have, this might have caused a blockage.   Contact West Michigan Septic and Drain Service for a system inspection . ·          Check that the covers for your septic tank and any other manholes are intact - any breaks or splits can let surface water into the tank,...

It’s recommended to deep clean your kitchen , bathroom and laundry sinks once a month , as lurking down in the drain is a build-up of grease , soap scum , food scraps , hair , and other particles breeding nasty bacteria . Ignoring the issue will not only cause a nose-pinching odor but serious blockages will require expensive plumbing repair .   When the inevitable repairs are needed, call West Michigan Septic Sewer & Drain Service for all you drain and septic needs . Here are 4 Tips to Taking Care Your Sink & Tub in Muskegon, Michigan . 1. Natural Way If it's just soap or fat you could try to unblock it with boiling water, but be careful not to burn yourself or melt the sink seal. Using natural enzymes is also a good place to start, so in the following order try putting 1/2 cup salt, 1/2 cup bi-carb, 1 cup of vinegar and 1 cup hot water. This method is perfectly harmless for you, the sink, pipes, and the environment and can be repeated as ofte...

There are several different options for drain cleaning . Some of what determines the method to be used is whether or not a clog already exists. Hydro jetting is used to remove all the built up gunk that has formed on your pipes , making them as good as new again. Essentially, you are using water to pressure wash the interior of your pipes , and hot water which helps loosen and dissolve stuck-on grime . That has people wondering, especially with how cold conditions have been this winter. Hydro jetting is essential for helping to prevent build ups that, eventually, lead to slow or clogged drains . Putting this off until spring could be detrimental to your plumbing system , so it is a good idea to learn what you need to know about this process and how the weather may impact it. In an emergency , hydro jetting could be implemented even on very cold days, contact immediately West Michigan Septic sewer and Drain Services . The tanks used for this type of plumbing se...

So here are five prevention tips to avoid sewer pipes from freezing. For preventative maintenance, and when problems occur, call immediately West Michigan Septic Sewer and Drain Services. Keeping Sewer Lines Draining As long as the sewer pipe is sloped consistently and drains completely it might never get blocked with ice, even if it’s fully exposed underneath a raised building or buried by insufficient soil to keep the pipe above zero degrees. If you are going away on vacation, ask the person who is checking in at your home to run the taps for five minutes to reduce the risk of freezing due to low flow in the water service. Running water through the lines in cold weather makes it less likely that they'll freeze. Sizing Your Cable So how do you make sure sewer lines never freeze when you don’t have enough soil? It comes down to electric heating cables and there are two options: external and internal. Until recently, external was the only choice for drains. Fr...