Septic System Maintenance Information

-The average household should have their tank pumped every 3 - 5 years.

-Limiting the use of a garbage disposal or limiting the amount of food waste put into the drains can help prolong the life of your septic system.

-No products other than toilet paper should ever be flushed.

Septic System Resources

• Residential On-site Sewage Systems Guidelines http://www.in.gov/isdh/files/410_IAC_6-8_3.pdf
• Commercial On-site Sewage Systems Guidelines http://www.in.gov/isdh/files/410_IAC_6-10-1.pdf
• Indiana Registry of Soil Scientists http://www.oisc.purdue.edu/irss/index.html