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One of the most important things you can do to keep the system functioning properly is to have the septic tanks pumped regularly. If you don't pump regularly, scum and sludge could build up and be carried to the drainfield. This will clog the drainfield and not allow wastewater to be treated, and wastewater could form a pond in the yard or back up into the house! At this point, you would be facing costly repairs or replacement, instead of minimal maintenance expenses.
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