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As we mark Septic Awareness Week Sept. 20 to 24, the CRD and urge you to consider both what goes down the drain, and how you maintain your septic system.
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- Proper maintenance means more than pumping out your tank. Systems can be camera inspected to ensure all components are in good working order, and can be cleaned or repaired as needed. The drainfield must also remain as undisturbed as possible. Protect it from vehicles, heavy equipment, tree and shrub roots, overwatering and saturation.
These simple steps can have a big impact. After all, with the high cost of replacement, proper maintenance and monitoring is essential for your septic system.
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