Is it safe to use drain cleaning chemicals on a septic system?
First, you must understand the basic principles of how your septic system works. A properly working septic system is environmentally...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Aug 30
- 1 min
Is my septic tank covered by my homeowners’ insurance?
Best recommendation is to be familiar with your insurance policy. In some cases you may find policies that cover things that are out of...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Aug 16
- 1 min
Are there benefits to using Bamboo Toilet Paper?
Bamboo toilet paper is becoming more popular and being recognized as both environmentally friendly and sustainable. It requires harsh...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Aug 2
- 1 min
Why coffee grounds are on the NO Flush list
*Would add more solids to your septic system *Can cause plumbing issues and clogs *Can upset the PH level in your system Coffee grounds...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Jul 19
- 1 min
What is a septic tank baffle?
Baffles are installed at the inlet of the septic tank and referred to as the inlet baffle. There is also a second baffle installed at...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Jul 5
- 1 min
Sewer Flies and Issue?
What attracts sewer flies? Breeding grounds can be identified in drains, septic tanks, sewers and soil that has been contaminated with...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Jun 21
- 1 min
When was the Last Time you had Your Septic Tank Pumped?
Pumping your septic tank is the cheapest thing you can do to maintain your septic system. Here are a couple of analogies of why you...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Jun 8
- 2 min
What type septic system do I have?
We are going to discuss the commonly found systems in our region. First is the basic septic system, which consists of a septic tank and a...
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rsbarnesseptic
- May 25
- 1 min
It's Home Improvement season, how does that affect my septic system?
You need to know the location of all parts of you septic tank, prior to starting outdoor projects. While in the planning stages of your...
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rsbarnesseptic
- May 11
- 1 min
What is an effluent filter and does my septic system have one?
An effluent filter is a filter installed in the outlet baffle of a septic tank. The purpose of these filters is to extend the life of...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Apr 27
- 1 min
What is a D-Box or Distribution Box?
A Distribution Box is a container made to receive waste water from the septic tank and distribute the effluent fluid into a network of...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Apr 13
- 2 min
Plan and Plan Carefully
PLANTING TREES AROUND YOUR HOME can quickly improve the curb appeal of your property. In addition, mature trees can provide a lot of...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Mar 30
- 1 min
Where is my septic tank?
Older and homemade septic tanks were typically buried underground.Underground where can sometimes be the million-dollar question. Ditch...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Mar 15
- 1 min
Flushable vs Biodegradable. Understand the Difference
Just because you can flush it, doesn’t mean you should! Baby wipes and sanitary items do not decompose in a septic system and even...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Mar 2
- 1 min
I recently had my septic tank pumped, so I don’t understand how it is full already!
First you must understand that every time a gallon of waste enters the septic tank a gallon of liquid called effluent leaves the septic...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Feb 17
- 1 min
Minimize Emergencies with Maintenance
More than likely, when you became a homeowner, you did not get an owner’s manual with your septic system. We recommend you familiarize...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Feb 2
- 2 min
Use Water Efficiently
The average indoor water use in a typical single-family home is nearly 70 gallons per individual, per day. Just a single leaky or running...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Feb 2
- 2 min
Sewer And Septic CleaningTips
Septic Tank Tips, Hints & Recommendations Barnes Sewer & Septic Service knows that homeowners aren't given an owner's guide for their...
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rsbarnesseptic
- Feb 1
- 1 min
It’s 15 degrees and a windchill of 0; Why can’t you pump my septic tank today?
In our region, septage does not freeze in the ground, it freezes on the truck trying to get it to the treatment plant. It becomes very...
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