Public Service Announcement For Honey

From the Green Bay Press.

You city folks ever look inside a holding tank? It's honey for the honey wagon, SWEET! Some tips for those that don't know about septic systems

"Tips for maintaining your septic systems

December 16, 2008 " Tips for maintaining your septic systems | greenbaypressgazette.com | Green Bay Press-Gazette

The state recommends these seasonal maintenance tips for people with private wastewater treatments systems:

# If you live in an area without a natural windbreak, you may want to consider installing a snow fence. If you added a layer of mulch over the area, the snow fence will help keep the mulch in place and will trap snow.

# Spread out your laundry schedule to one warm/hot load per day. Use normal amounts of water — the warmer the better.

# Don't leave water running all the time to prevent freezing. A slow trickle could freeze, while a steady stream could overload the system with water.

# Don't add antifreeze to the system.

# If you will be gone for more than a day or two, have someone visit and use water regularly. If you will be gone for an extended period (weeks or months), pumping the tank before leaving may be a good option, but always consult with a professional before deciding to have a tank pumped.

# Fix any leaky plumbing.

# Keep all vehicles (including ATVs and snowmobiles) and high-traffic people or animal activities off the system, all year.

# Make sure all risers, inspection pipes and manholes have tight covers. Adding insulation is a good idea. Unsecured covers represent a grave danger to children.

# If any seeping or ponding occurs, contact an onsite professional.

— Press-Gazette