You didn't do the job the right the first time so you had to come back out then you make a problem out of nothing
@PumpThatSeptic17 күн бұрын
Tell us more!
@tom3p03 күн бұрын
How do you know they were the same company that pumped it originally?
@desktorp18 күн бұрын
way better format than the guy that always yells and says "poop smoothie" and "smells like money" in every video.
@NotSure41618 күн бұрын
Yeah, but he has 2 wives. He dunked on all of us.
@PumpThatSeptic17 күн бұрын
@desktorp Yo we appreciate that! We love that guy tho, we all have our roles to play :)
@markcogdill999818 күн бұрын
The ad segway was smooth.
@jyhl437328 күн бұрын
People who use this type of system don't know how to do it the right way .They will be back in a short time .
@PumpThatSeptic20 күн бұрын
Yes we've found that aeration does not last long for drain areas that are undersized or placed in low-lying areas/water table. Also if the stone around the pipes has dirt intrusion or roots present, replacement would be the best option. HOWEVER, if the drain field is adequately sized and not in a water table, but merely needs the biomat to be broken up to work again, aeration is a viable and affordable alternative to replacement.
@dwfischerАй бұрын
I love three ways!
@WreackitwabbitАй бұрын
Keep trying you will get there eventually
@AnuPratap-e6gАй бұрын
Heyaa, loved the energy🙌! I'm not really sure if it is the best time to ask but, I was wondering if I could help you create a better distribution by working on post-production like better storytelling through Edits, Keywords, think catchy intros and outros, or even some engaging short clips! Would love to chat if you're interested and keep creating good content:)
@nealcox82043 ай бұрын
How many holes can one drill and how close does it need to be to the line? Also, I have the cheap just rock with the little black like infiltrator leach field chamber (so NO piping inside the rock) would aeration work for me?
@SodiumInduction-hv6 ай бұрын
dude you stole the names of equipment from the one septic pumping guy
@above.average.gaming.natio30264 ай бұрын
ok and loser?
@JumboCheetoАй бұрын
It’s called a crustbuster
@bwauditor6 ай бұрын
How do you know where you are located with the camera when you are above ground? Is there some kind of locate?
@PumpThatSeptic6 ай бұрын
Yes, there's a locating device that pings the location of the camera head.
@PumpThatSeptic6 ай бұрын
See this video for example at 0:56 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppmXdIeAoLyYq5osi=jxH0kDwbWHQm2zDS
@pattiannepascual8 ай бұрын
3 years? i thought it was every few months. What does it cost to pump it?
@PumpThatSeptic8 ай бұрын
It depends where you live within our service areas.
@PumpThatSeptic8 ай бұрын
Pumping a tank every three months sounds like a holding tank situation.
@JohnnyX2628 ай бұрын
I am wanting to rejuvenate my drain field since its failing. But the guy that came out to pump my septic said since i have "chambers" i cant do a rejuvenation. Is that true?
@PumpThatSeptic8 ай бұрын
It's not impossible, but it's difficult to restore them because the clogged soil is below the chambers and not accessible with the air probe. You may get enough restoration by probing next to the chambers. Another option would be to retrofit something a SludgeHammer that introduces rejuvenating bacteria and oxygen into your system. It would heal itself that way over time, as long as the current drain area is properly sized and no roots present. Otherwise an immediate resolution would be new drain area. Contact us if you need any more help! pumpthatseptic.com
@scor44011 ай бұрын
How do you know it’s not the drain pipe to the field full of roots and dirt etc ?
@dervinwitmer737111 ай бұрын
We have scoped the drain lines with our pipe cameras.
@kencleg77214 ай бұрын
Scope it from tank to field
@Kay1900311 ай бұрын
King county drain field
@kylekaae4986 Жыл бұрын
wow nice job. wish all companies were like you guys.
@steverahn4951 Жыл бұрын
Didn’t clearly explain how this process clears biomass, what the machine is doing, or how long this process will extend the life / function of the leach field!
@TheBalognaPony Жыл бұрын
My header is directly under my asphalt driveway.....what dumba** made this ugh
@MacMcCabe2456 Жыл бұрын
Roebic liquid bacteria. Their products actually work great !
@Mark-gr3ii Жыл бұрын
how fortunate to have so many of you in this comment section who feel qualified to advise people what the problem with their septic system is just by using you obvious superior mind powers . It is that snarky and dismissive attitude while you question the integrity and honesty of a man whose profession is septic systems ? who has actual experience and first hand knowledge of what does or does not work . ignore the yahoos who give freely their opinion as long as they may remain anonymous and only know what the great google told them . FYI- salt bad for septic system . indisputable fact - slows the growth of and kills sludge eating bacteria, crystallize in the soil in leach field, etc... aerating liquid affluent , not solids is beneficial to bacteria .
@Dragondezznuts Жыл бұрын
How far does a tank need to be from the house?
@dervinwitmer9059 Жыл бұрын
Depends on the Health Dept. County rules, but here in our County in Michigan it's a 15' minimum.
@Dragondezznuts Жыл бұрын
@@dervinwitmer9059 I live in spring Lake Michigan. Just got a wet spot in the snow about ten feet from the house. 3’x6’ area that the snow isn’t sticking. Is this a normal operation for a septic or does that show something is amiss ? Thanks for replying 👍 appreciate it.
@dervinwitmer7371 Жыл бұрын
@@Dragondezznuts it could be your septic tank. The bacteria generates heat and if close to the surface it will keep snow melted for a while.
@tubesockets120v Жыл бұрын
My first tank has two lids. The lid closest to the inlet from the house has over 60% solid/scum. The far half of it has only .16% solid/scum. This isn't to be confused with my third lid which is for the liquids. Which of the two readings do I go by?
@dervinwitmer9059 Жыл бұрын
The first compartment is where the buildup will occur. That compartment would determine frequency of tank pumping since that is the most likely compartment to build up scum and block the inlet pipe.
@peterwhalen30592 жыл бұрын
If this was a national brand I’m sure this could go into the category of unforgettable jingles that make you call that company first just cause that jingle is always in your head
@senkthetank32 жыл бұрын
My septic was pumped on Nov 2021 and I have to clean my filter every 2-3 months. Recently I have to clean it every month and it is caked with solids which is backing up the system. I am very cautious about what goes down my drains. I do have a water softener that backwashes every 2 weeks. 3 people live in my home and my system is 1,000 gallons. Seems crazy that I have to have my system pumped in less than a year. I’ve changed this filter 5 times since November 2021. I only use liquid detergents and never use harsh cleaners. Every month I flush a green gobbler treatment pod down the toilet. What can be causing this to get clogged so quickly? I read it doesn’t need to be cleaned this frequently.
@GoldenTails235 ай бұрын
That softener salt will destroy your tank fast
@Deletemycomment2 жыл бұрын
Can i ask what the average cost of having this done is?
@DrainMedic2 жыл бұрын
Great video
@phatan2 жыл бұрын
What type of bacteria did you use or do you use? What brand please.
@bmaiceman2 жыл бұрын
That detection pull look as like it sinks not floats... So how do you recover the pill for REUSE.... Or do you???
@dervinwitmer90592 жыл бұрын
It floats, but you cannot always find it when cleaning the tank. Often it comes out in the screen at the treatment plant. We have found our camera do a better job locating tanks when a system is overfull since its hard to flush the pill all the way to the tank.
@edmundohillary2 жыл бұрын
This should be the industry standard for inspections. Best on you tube.
@davidknibbs96462 жыл бұрын
Where do you get the Bacteria to put in the system to the leach field 🤔 Thanks 😊
@jeffking36932 жыл бұрын
at 2:18 you were pouring in Lye (caustic soda) into the drain field, not "bacteria". It's a great way to clean biomat out, and frankly all yoyu need in most cases
@dervinwitmer73712 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Jeff. Aftershock was the product we use from Cape Cod Chemical and as far as the ingredients, you’ll have to take that up with them! Frankly, I love it when people tell us how we should be running our business….Cheers!
@jeffking36932 жыл бұрын
@@dervinwitmer7371 I wasn't telling you "how to run your business", I was telling the viewer the generic name for the chemical being added. Just lye alone. added at the distribution box, can do wonders. I had a underused system, that was flowing but backing up. After all the gimics the septic company offered, up to and including a new drain field, I did a hail mary with ~10lbs of lye. That was 5 years ago and 3 teenage daughters graduating high school. My 30+ year old system just passed a county septic inspection.
@dervinwitmer73712 жыл бұрын
@@jeffking3693 it actually is a bacteria blend. AfterShock Soil Absorption Restorative PURPOSES: Restores drainage to clogged and sluggish drainage fields and structures. Eliminates odors. DESCRIPTION: AfterShock is a unique blend of laboratory-enhanced, naturally-occurring, primarily aerobic organisms that are type-specific to the various substances that typically clog drain fields and leaching structures. AfterShock also contains a proprietary, bacteria-friendly, time-release oxidizing agent that will accelerate the bacterial action of the organisms in the product to restore drainage in most soil absorption areas. AfterShock’s consortium of bacteria and oxidizer can be applied at the same time. The oxygen-accelerated bacterial action will quickly digest the organic solid materials that reduce the drain field’s capacity to absorb water, effectively restoring drainage through a natural process. AfterShock contains no pathogens, acids, or volatile organic compounds. AfterShock is completely safe to store and use according to directions.
@tammywatson38102 жыл бұрын
Need help who should I call
@dervinwitmer73712 жыл бұрын
Depends where you live Tammy. We only work in SW Michigan.
@MeesterVegas2 жыл бұрын
I'm curious, what is a normal price for pumping a tank?
@vjs45392 жыл бұрын
About 300 bucks
@mberge12 жыл бұрын
Did that fix the problem with their septic system?
@edsel19522 жыл бұрын
I've lived in my place since new, 24 years and never had to pump my septic tank. Beginners luck? I am careful not to put anything but toilet paper down the commodes No coffee grounds or fat down the disposal. Yes, I have a garbage disposal. I am not particularly careful as to using cleaners sparingly, just use them as I would if I were on a city sewer. With that said I think I am just lucky (so far). I am sure the advice given on this video is good advice.
@geecrawdad Жыл бұрын
You may be pushing the limit and new drain fields are costly. Why not just measure the sludge level once in a while with a long stick marked off in feet with a couple feet of velcro tacked on the end? Slowly submerge it to the bottom at the inlet and outlet ends, leave it for a minute or so. While it's in, note how high the water level is. Pull it out and if the sludge level is 25-30% of the total depth, bottom of tank to surface of water, it should be pumped. Keep the poop off the stoop!
@FredFlintstone212 жыл бұрын
Very interesting video! Are you still under the belief that water softeners are bad for septic systems? Thanks
@dervinwitmer9059 Жыл бұрын
Yes, the hydraulic load of a water softener is not necessary to run through the septic tank.
@craigwillson59742 жыл бұрын
I can honestly say, that after more than 20 years in the Septic & Sewer Industry, I don't recommend Effluent Filters to my customers. Typically, homeowners either don't know they have an Effluent Filter or forget about it, which leads to unnecessary problems... potentially big expensive problems, like a back-up, because of clogged Effluent Filter. To be fair, some of the newer technology systems require Effluent Filters, and obviously, I respect and appreciate the manufacturers requirements. Nevertheless, in my opinion, an Effluent Filter is potentially an added maintenance headache that most homeowners don't need and don't want.. Not to mention, an Effluent Filter in the Outlet Baffle of a Septic Tank can prevent or prohibit proper airflow, and I'm a big proponent of Oxygenation or Oxygen Transfer in all Septic Systems. In fact, some manufacturers don't want Effluent Filters in Septic Tanks, because they can impede airflow. Lastly, in my state of New Hampshire, we've had Private On-site Wastewater Treatment Systems a.k.a. Sub-surface Disposal Systems for decades, and nobody needed or used Effluent Filters until about 20 years ago. As a result, I can tell you from experience, a properly designed, properly installed, and properly maintained Septic System with a Stone & Pipe Leaching Field, should last 30 years or more without an Effluent Filter. This has convinced me that Effluent Filters aren't necessary, because we never needed them before, and in my opinion, we don't need them today either.
@PumpThatSeptic2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the discussion. I’m always interested in hearing what other people have to say about septic systems in other states. We have found effluent filters to be very helpful especially when there is short term high usage in a system that could potentially put solids out into the drainfield causing premature failure. Higher water usage in homes today also contributes to unprocessed sewage ending up in the drainfield. Properly designed systems are often very expensive and so with the minimum requirements at the house apartments right here the athletic filter is a good insurance to increase pumping frequency and maintain clean effluent to the drainfield. We appreciate your comments.
@martrome74492 жыл бұрын
Where do I buy the bacteria
@PumpThatSeptic2 жыл бұрын
Cape Cod Chemical company.
@lawrencemclaren70992 жыл бұрын
What's usually the price range pf this drain field restoration?
@PumpThatSeptic2 жыл бұрын
It really depends on the size of your system. We would have to do a camera inspection first to determine the size and feasibility of the aeration before giving an estimate.
@bretts12 жыл бұрын
What is the cost ratio avg in percentage so we’re dealing with apples and apples to install a new field versus your restoration and next would be how long is the warranty provide it is maintained.
@cheskybaba48642 жыл бұрын
Bottom line - What's the cost for the work you performed?
@PumpThatSeptic2 жыл бұрын
That depends where you live?
@oldmanfigs8 ай бұрын
Honest answers are given in good faith, but omitting them?@@PumpThatSeptic
@TheSpykeeper2 жыл бұрын
Okay, who is shitting themselves at 2:42?
@rickmeadows62652 жыл бұрын
Seems like a good man to hire. He really knows his shit.
@barelyfree94272 жыл бұрын
At least you're saying every 3 years. I've been hearing 1-2 years lately....that's just pumpers wanting more pay checks at that point heh.
@PumpThatSeptic2 жыл бұрын
That may not be a bad recommendations seeing so many people are staying at home from work and the levels of water usage have really skyrocketed in the last couple years due to people working from home and not being at school.
@HmongGuitarPlayer3 жыл бұрын
Solids really means KaKas!!!
@PumpThatSeptic2 жыл бұрын
If you’re speaking Spanish it is!
@Bo95083 жыл бұрын
Continued aeration of drain field lines. Has this ever been tried? Using a blower connected to D-box and supply air to increase aerobic bacteria. Good video. Thanks for making it.
@PumpThatSeptic2 жыл бұрын
Yes, there are many secondary treatment and aeration treatment options available these days.
@docnez85623 жыл бұрын
Good info about installing a riser.
@JonathonNeville3 жыл бұрын
What is that Ridgid tool at 1:40? (with the two spheres on it)
@dervinwitmer73713 жыл бұрын
@Ridgid Scout Locator
@PumpThatSeptic2 жыл бұрын
Scout Locator.
@JonathonNeville3 жыл бұрын
At 3:34, if you wanted to, would you have been able to steer the camera to go to down the other pipe? Is that possible with a drain camera?
@PumpThatSeptic2 жыл бұрын
With these pushrod cameras there is no ability to steer the camera head. You would need a very large mainline pipe camera that is generally controlled with wheels and the more expensive ones definitely can be steered.
@JonathonNeville3 жыл бұрын
What's the tool at 0:56 for finding the distribution box?