Unveiling the Mystery of Drain Fields: What They Are & How They Work
It’s probably not the first time you’ve heard the words “drain field” concerning your Central Florida septic system. You’ve heard the words but still have no idea what they mean. No need to worry; here Read more
Florida Bill Requires ATU Systems to Improve Water Quality
As of July 2023, new septic installations in certain areas of Florida require nitrogen-reducing ATU systems in place of traditional septic systems. Lakeland Septic would like to share some information about this mandate that will Read more
How To Maintain Your Commercial Septic System
Commercial and residential septic tanks are much alike, with one major distinction. Commercial septic tanks handle much larger volumes of waste. It may seem to you that a commercial septic tank will be a major Read more
The Basics of Lift Station Maintenance
Lift stations are an integral part of a septic system where the septic tank is too deep for sewage to make it to the drain field on its own. You can imagine the mess and Read more
Avoiding Septic System Emergencies: Common Pitfalls and How to Steer Clear
Your septic system must keep a sensitive balance to work correctly; anything that goes out of balance can bring a catastrophe. With that idea in mind, here is a guide- Avoiding Septic System Emergencies: Common Read more
The Ins and Outs of Septic Systems
Just how familiar are you with your septic system? Sure, you know there is a septic tank, and the wastewater is pushed to it, but do you really understand the ins and outs of your Read more
Common Septic System Odor Issues
Next to a septic tank backing up into your toilet and drains, the worst issue is common septic system odor issues. Overpowering smells can infiltrate your home like an unwelcome visitor. In some cases, the Read more
The Impact of Seasonal Changes on Your Drain field
A running joke in the Lakeland area is that there are only two seasons: Summer and Fall. While there is some truth in that old joke, the changing of seasons in Central Florida can affect Read more
Are Septic Tank Additives Good or Bad?
You’ve seen the ads on TV; you may have seen the products in grocery stores or big box hardware stores. Septic tank additives promise an instant remedy to your septic tank problems. It all seems Read more
Preparing Your Septic for Fall
Fall in Central Florida is almost miraculous; after a long, hot summer, temperatures become moderate, leaves begin to change, and football returns. Fall is one of the main reasons we all live in the Lakeland Read more
