Frequently Asked Questions

We recommend taking advantage of our sewer and drain cleaning services in Belchertown, MA at least once a year to keep sewer and drain lines clean.

Between professional cleanings, watch what you put down your drains. Also, place a mixture of vinegar and hot water down your drains at least once a month to remove built up grease and odors.

In Massachusetts, grease traps should be cleaned at least every three months or when they are 25 percent full.

Along with calling on a trusted septic and grease pumping provider in Belchertown, MA, like Latour-Wilson Septic, you can keep your traps clean by placing grease in separate containers.

Check where the main sewer pipes leave your house and follow them across your yard, using a metal soil probe every two feet until you find the tank.

According to the EPA, a septic tank should be pumped every 3 to 5 years, with the exact frequency depending on factors such as household size and wastewater usage.

A Title 5 inspection is a comprehensive inspection of a septic system that assesses its compliance with state regulations regarding the construction and maintenance of sewage disposal systems. Title 5 inspections are usually required when selling a property with a septic system.

A septic inspection involves examining the tank and drain field, checking the liquid level, and assessing the condition of the pipes for damage. A flow test may be performed to evaluate the efficiency of wastewater movement from the house to the tank. To perform a full assessment, the septic tank may also need to be pumped out.

Yes, we offer hand-washing stations as an option. Contact us for additional information if you have special requests or needs.

Non-screened portable potties should generally be placed eight feet away from the property line and 50 feet away from an elevated body of water like a lake or stream