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Category Archives: Septic
Septic Tank Safety: Risers and Safety Pans Save Lives
What are safety pans and why are they important? A safety pan is a device used in conjunction with risers as an additional safety measure to prevent access to septic tanks. It is placed inside the primary lid of the …Continue Reading
Top 5 Things We Find Built Over Septic Tanks
“Why would they do that?” That’s the question we often don’t know the answer to. Often homeowners build over their septic tanks. Sometimes because they don’t know where the tank is, sometimes they don’t even know they have a septic …Continue Reading
Covid and Your Septic System
Covid has affected so many aspects of our everyday life. Did you know it has an effect on your septic system too? Increased usage on your septic system from staying home more can have many affects. Each septic system is …Continue Reading
Keep It Clean!
Did you know that all septic systems recycle your household wastewater usage? After the wastewater moves through the system, it is treated and then the liquids are returned to the earth. In conventional systems, this happens after the liquids have …Continue Reading
3 Ways to Save Money on Your Next Septic Cleaning
Septic tank cleaning costs can add up. Some companies provide a turn-key price while others pricing a-la-carte. Here are a few ways you may be able to save money on your next septic tank cleaning. Pump your tank every 3-5 …Continue Reading
Top Septic Tank Cleaning Questions
You asked. We answered. What happens when a septic tank is cleaned? Tanks that have access lids without risers need to be cleared of dirt before opening, and this requires digging, which can take more time to service. Conventional septic …Continue Reading
Do coffee and soda affect my septic system?
Everything that goes down the drain can affect your septic system. Coffee and soda drinkers may need to think twice before pouring a large amount of unused leftovers down the drain. As the saying goes, “moderation is key,” but if …Continue Reading
Installing landscaping? Install a septic riser.
Most septic tank lids are buried, so when it’s time to clean your septic tank, we happily locate those lids and dig them up as part of our service. However, if you don’t want your grass dug up, or if …Continue Reading
Van Delden Wins Angie’s List Super Service Award for 2019!
Van Delden Wastewater Systems is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in …Continue Reading
Septic Real Estate Inspections: Why Such a Wide Variety?
If you call around to septic companies, you might find a wide variety of pricing as well as inspection procedures. That’s because there are no septic inspection regulations in Texas. Yep! None! While there are some organizations that offer certifications, …Continue Reading