Your home is one of your greatest assets. In fact, for families of all kinds, it is a place of comfort and great pride. But, did you realize that you can better protect the value of your home by taking good care of your septic system? Without a doubt, a key reason to maintain your septic system is money! Failing septic systems are not only expensive to repair and replace, but they are also something you can avoid. Simple Steps, Long-lasting Results To avoid flushing thousands of dollars in repairs down the drain, keep your septic system in good working condition. This type of safe treatment of sewage prevents the spread of infection and disease and protects your water. Also, when a septic tank is working properly, it naturally removes most of the pollutants that can make you sick. If you follow these steps, your septic system will function to protect your health and your investment.  Remember the 3 Ps  PUMP PROTECT PREVENT  Do Not Waste Water Your system is sized on an expected average use of 50 gallons per person per day. Dripping faucets can waste about 2,000 gallons of water each year. Leaky toilets can waste as much as 200 gallons each day. Overloading your system with water is the number one cause of failure. So, remember to: Do Not Overload Your Drain Field