When your drains are lagging and water is beginning to back up, it's time to clean out your septic filter. This filter plays a critical role in your septic tank, working to prevent any foreign substances from getting inside your system. At Howell Sanitary, we recommend our customers pull and clean their effluent filter once every year for optimal results. Did we mention it only takes one minute to clean?
What are the benefits of an effluent filter?
Having an effluent filter installed within your septic tank provides a multitude of benefits, including:
- Extends the life of your septic system
- Traps sludge and any foreign particles such as hair, lint, grease, soap, and more
- Prevents unwanted particles from getting into your actual system
- Cost-effective
- Easy to clean
- Provides significant protection against drain field failure
- And more
Unsure of how to properly clean your effluent filter? Our professionals are readily available to help you ensure your filter gets properly cleaned and back to functioning at peak efficiency. Contact us today to learn more information about effluent filter cleaning.