Blair Malcolm wrote in message
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"RobertTT" wrote in message
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Does anyone know if someone has a septic tank, are there any ongoing
maintenance issues associated with them?

Or is it usually just a matter of having it cleaned out every so often
by a specialist company?

If so, on average how often would a septic tank be emptied; and how
much does this cost?

Any info is much appreciated...Thanks!!

I built my house 11 years ago and have never had the septic tank emptied.
As long as the bacteria is active the solids will disappear.
Avoid strong chemicals and use an activator every 6 months
You will be told by others to have it emptied every year and average cost
is
around £100
So I've saved £1100
Blair


Thats a very sweeping statement, it depends entirely on _what_ and how
_much_ is going into the tank, it's not the tank that will eventually block
but the soakaway system.
Which could cost LOTS to renew, even if future legislation allows it.

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Mark§