The Importance Of Proper Wastewater Management In Canyon Lake

April 15, 2022 - Wastewater Treatment

Most people don’t think of wastewater management when they think of pest control in Canyon Lake. However, wastewater issues can pose major pest control problems. Moisture attracts all kinds of pests, and when you have moisture buildup from improperly managed wastewater, you get the picture. You’ll need to make sure you’re taking adequate steps to control wastewater in your Canyon Lake home. 

The Difference Between Wastewater And Sewage

There isn’t that much of a difference between wastewater and sewage. Sewage is technically a type of wastewater. Wastewater is all the used water from your house – whether it goes down your shower drain, toilet bowl, kitchen sink, etc. Even runoff from your afternoon driveway carwash or lawn sprinkler system could be considered residential wastewater. However, sewage only comes from your toilet, or – more accurately – sewage is wastewater that contains bodily waste like feces and urine. 

Of course, the reasons you want to properly manage sewage in your home are apparent. There aren’t many more significant disasters than a septic tank or sewer line issue. However, other wastewater can cause just as much of a problem in your home, especially if it’s attracting moisture-loving pests like termites, sewer flies, or cockroaches. 

How Improper Wastewater Management Harms Our Environment

All wastewater – whether it’s sewage or soapy dishwater or regular old bathwater – needs to be treated before being put back into the general environment or recycled back into the water system. Suppose wastewater hits the water table or local river and creek systems before being treated. In that case, it can dump anything from pathogens found in feces to chemicals from soaps and shampoos into the ecosystem. Even worse is the microplastics found in many abrasive skin products like podiatric exfoliators and facial scrubs. If they’re not filtered out at treatment facilities, they can do everything from contaminating soil to killing animals that eat them. 

Ten Easy Ways To Save Water Around The House

There’s no way to control how effectively wastewater is treated after being pumped out of your septic tank. Most wastewater must be treated at a treatment facility before it’s discharged into surface water, but many treatment plants don’t eliminate all pollution. Not to mention that even the best treatment plants still use tremendous amounts of energy.

The best way to mitigate the amount of wastewater pollution you’re dumping into the environment is to minimize the amount of wastewater you create. Fortunately, there are tons of ways to do this:

1. Repair leaks and drainage problems that increase water usage or cause runoff. 
2. Run your dishwasher instead of handwashing dishes. It may seem counterintuitive, but dishwashers use less water than handwashing. 
3. Take shorter showers and avoid long baths to reduce water usage. 
4. Install low-flow showerheads and flow restrictors on faucets. 
5. Switch to water-saving toilets that have dual-flush systems. 
6. Clean sewage lines often prevent overflow and leaks, which can cause damage to your home and the environment. 
7. Water lawns and gardens in the evening when evaporation is a minor problem. 
8. Use mulch, so you don’t need to water your landscaping often. 
9. Turn off the water while brushing your teeth.
10. Only wash clothes when you have a full load. 

Taking these steps won’t just lower your impact on the environment. It can also help improve the effectiveness of your pest control efforts by improving moisture control around your home. Not to mention the fact that it will mean less septic pumping! 

Contact The Pros For More Wastewater Management Advice

Managing wastewater is a job for the pros, especially when it comes to septic tanks. The good news is we’ve got your back here at Aerobic Services. We can help you with everything from septic installations to repairs and pumping services. Our experts can make managing your home’s wastewater a breeze. So call us or visit our contact page to get started today! 

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