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If my septic take is backed up, should I use a chemical or call a plumber?
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∙ 12y ago
Some professionals say that you should not use drano when you have a septic tank. Always call a plumber when your septic tank is backed up. There's so many things that could go wrong and the expense would just get worse.
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Cleaning drains leading to a septic tank system?
Can you use liquid plumber with a septic tank? If not what should you use?
Who should be contacted about septic tank problems?
It depends on which country or state one is in but contacting a plumber or the local water authority is a good idea regarding septic tank problems. A septic tank should be pumped at least once every 5 years.
What should a septic tank do?
no
Should I treat my septic system?
Septic system needs regualr maintenance, but always consider a professional to treat your septic problems.
Can you use liquid plumber with a septic tank?
== == According to Drano all of there products are safe for septic systems. Will Drano® products harm my septic system? No, all Drano® products are safe for septic systems and will not harm the bacterial action in septic systems. Follow the package instructions for the right amount of product to use. - http://www.drano.com/unclog-drain/ Although claims are often made that commercial cleaners are safe for Septic Systems, a scientist from the National Environmental Services Center that we interviewed recently disagrees: "Using commercial chemical drain openers to unclog drains is not recommended for homes that are on septic systems." For more information see: http://www.septicsystem.com/can-i-use-drano.html
Should plumber be capitalized?
No. Plumber should n ot be capitalized because it is not a proper nou n.
Is ammonia harmful to septic tanks?
Any chemical that may stop natural fermentation is not good for a septic tank. If your tank starts to smell mix yeast and sugar and flush it down the toilet. This will get it working as it should. It's like making beer or wine.
How do you make a septic system stop smelling bad?
It depends on what is going on with the system. If it is operating normally and you are getting an odor out of the roof vent there are filters available that can reduce the odor. If your system is failing IE. foul smelling water coming up out of the ground call in a septic service professional. If you are getting sewerage odors in the house you should not be as they should be prevented from getting into the house by traps on each fixture in this case call a plumber.
What certification or licensing should the person who does repair work on my boiler have?
he should be certified plumber. or the he should be certified licenced plumber to perfom that job.
How do I know if I need a plumber, and how can I tell whether or not a plumber is qualified to fix what is broken?
You know you need a plumber if you repair whats broken or whats wrong with the sink yourself.The plumber should be certified and come from a reputatable company. you should also ask for references from the plumber if your not sure that they can do the job.
How do you clear clogged sink if have septic?
I guess you will need to get a plumber to investigate and clear off the chokage to start afresh. Moving forward, whether you have a garbage disposal or not, you should install a good sink strainer to keep off the food scrapes.
What is the chemical formula of pearl ash?
You can get a 3/4hp garbage disposal replacement for around $200. It will cost you around $250 for a plumber to install the unit. You should shop around for a good plumber at the lowest price in your area. It isn't a project you should do yourself unless you are fully competent.
