Whether you are getting new roommates, adding a new baby to the family or having relatives move in, the needs of your septic system will change as more people start adding to the household’s waste and water usage. This is exactly why it’s so important to have your septic system inspected on an annual basis. A skilled sewer and drain technician can assess the tank’s size to see whether you need a bigger setup.
Consider the Number of Used Bedrooms
Most septic systems are set up according to the number of bedrooms in a home, which assumes that each of them is occupied. However, for many households, one or more bedrooms may go unused. In other homes, several bedrooms have more than one person in them or feature finished basements and bonus rooms that have been converted into sleeping spaces to make room for growing families. Because of this, the actual number of occupants can eventually exceed what the septic system was originally designed to handle. If that happens, a septic professional can determine whether your household would benefit from a larger tank.
Keep Your Family’s Future Plans in Mind
A household can grow gradually over time or more rapidly. But you should do your best to plan for the future as much as possible. Will you want to add a new baby to the family over the next few years? Or maybe you have children who will be heading away to college. Both of these situations affect the demands placed on your septic system. If you’re moving the in-laws in or other relatives, you should go ahead and have the tank pumped, especially if it’s been more than a few years. During the service visit, you can explain your future household plans to the septic technician and have them assess whether a larger tank is necessary. This will help to ensure that the growing household doesn’t overwhelm the current setup.
Have the Drain Field Evaluated Too
If you’re having a bigger septic tank installed, the drain field will most likely need an upgrade as well, particularly to the distribution box and lateral lines. The bigger tank needs these components to be able to handle the additional wastewater. Otherwise, you could end up with standing water in the yard and sewage backups.
Always remember that the more people you have living in the household, the more water and waste flow into the septic tank. Having the system inspected yearly is the smartest move for staying ahead of costly repairs and messy backups. If you have concerns or require septic tank replacement services, contact Mustang Septic in College Station, TX.