Proactive Septic Care = Money Saved!

Let's do a little experiment! Take a piece of paper jot down a list of 5-10 home maintenance items that you either deem to be very important or you do consistently. Mowing the lawn, fertilizing the lawn, cleaning the gutters, refreshing the landscaping, cleaning the garage are all sure to be on that list. Truth of the matter is, out of those items there is not one that is more important than having your septic system pumped and inspected yet some many homeowners choose to ignore it.

Your septic system is one of the few components of your home that you use everyday and if damaged, could pose to present some serious inconveniences for you and your family. Taking a proactive approach to septic maintenance in NJ is sure to save you time and aggravation down the road as it will help you avoid disruptions in service and COSTLY repairs or a replacement.

Central Jersey Septic is a full service septic system service provider offering septic maintenance, septic inspections, septic system repairs and septic system replacements all right here in Monmouth, Middlesex, Mercer and Ocean County NJ. There are many benefits of choosing a company that can handle all of your septic tank needs and offer complementary services like a free mini inspection with each maintenance visit, record retention for your septic system, and a service reminder program. Trust your septic system investment to Central Jersey Septic and schedule your next maintenance visit today at www.centraljerseyseptic.com.

Refresher Course: The Do's and Don'ts of Septic System Care

Every once in a while it is good to review some of the things we overlook in life to ensure...the health of your septic system. That's right, your septic system! This very important component of your home is a part of the investment in your home and proper care of it can mean extending its lifetime which translates in to money saved. Follow these simple rules to maintain a health septic system:

DO's

• DO pump your septic tank as needed (Every 2-3 years for year round residents. Event 4-5 years for seasonal homes).
• DO keep a written record so you know when the last time your septic system was serviced. All Central Jersey Septic clients receive a free Homeowners Guide to Septic Systems to keep record.
• DO compost food garbage or put it in the trash
• DO divert excess water like roof drains and surface water away from your system
• DO conserve water. Install water saving devices such as front loading washers, low-flow faucets/shower heads and wash clothes and dishes only when you have a full load
• Do spread out your laundry loads to even out water use

With every DO, there is a DON'T some of these may seem insignificant upon first glance but considering the negative affect they can have on your septic system, you should pay it some mind:

DON'TS

• DON'T use a garage disposal. This adds 50 % more solids to your septic system
• DON'T over use 2x plus concentrated laundry detergents.
• DON'T pour automotive oil, cooking oil or grease down the drain.
• DON'T use too much water, especially during rainy seasons where the ground is already saturated.
• DON'T use chemical or biological septic cleaners which can plug up your leach fields and ruin your septic system.
• DON'T flush feminine hygiene products, cat litter, disposable diapers, or other non-biodegradable products in to your system.

If you follow these simple do's and don'ts you will help maintain your septic system investment for years to come. Central Jersey Septic can provide a full line of septic system services including pumping / maintenance, inspections, repairs and installations / replacements. With over 40 years of knowledge, experienced technicians, and a reputation for superior customer satisfaction, Central Jersey Septic is ready to handle your septic related services when the time comes. 

New Rules & Regulations for Septic Systems in NJ

As a homeowner, there are many aspects of your home that you need to worry about to ensure your investment is protected. However, there is one component of your home that must be properly maintained to protect something other than your investment...the environment. Your septic system, one of the most overlooked pieces of your home, is now coming under more scrutiny. New rules and regulations contain requirements for the proper design, construction, and operation of systems to protect public health and the environment. This program is coordinated with, and implemented though, the local health departments. The program is committed to improving New Jersey’s water quality and protecting human health and the environment and both improving and promoting local septic management.

Click on the image to visit the NJ Department of Environmental Protection Agency website.

One of the advantages of working with a full service septic system services company like Central Jersey Septic is that from start to finish, you will be able to work with one company who has you and the environment's best interest in mind. Whether is the replacement of an old failing septic system, a septic inspection for the sale of your home or simply just routine maintenance, you can rest assured that your system is being handled with care by trained technicians with an average of 10 years experience in the field. Here are just a few other reasons that Central Jersey Septic is the most trusted septic system services firm in Monmouth County, Middlesex County, Mercer County and Ocean County in New Jersey:

• Mini Inspections – as part of each septic maintenance visit, the CJS technician will perform a brief septic system inspection on your system to ensure all of the vital signs of your septic system are operating correctly and efficiently. (i.e. cracks, baffles, root infestation)
   
• Neighborhood Discounts – save money when you encourage your neighbors to schedule routine septic maintenance on the same day. Initialize the process and earn an extra discount for being the neighborhood leader.
   
• Record Retention / Document Management – when becoming a CJS customer, you will enjoy the added benefits of having your septic system's information entered in to our records. This is ideal for future reference and also to address any inquiries that may come from local government or a potential property sale. With CJS there is no mystery where your septic tank is or how well it has been maintained.
   
• Project Management – CJS works closely with engineers and local heatlh/regulatory agencies to ensure that all standards and specifications are followed preciselywhen installing a new septic system, replacing a defective septic system or repairing your current septic tank or septic system. Our reputation is one of the many benefits of choosing CJS, especially when it comes to avoiding potential problems with regulatory agencies.
   
• Reminder Program – leave it up to CJS to remind you of what you may want to forget about – but simply cannot ignore. As a courtesy, CJS enters your septic system's information in to an electronic system that automatically issues a reminder for routine septic maintenance every 2 years as recommended by local and state agencies. As a valued CJS customer, you also receive a homeowners guide which provides information on maintaining your septic system correctly and also includes an area to log your service details for your own records.
   
• Consultations – with over 40 years of experience, CJS can provide advice on all aspects of your septic system from installation of a new septic system in NJ to suggested disposal rules to follow for household products. You can also refer to our SEPTIC 101 and FAQ page that outlines the foundation of septic system knowledge and commonly addressed issues. CJS is always a call or click away and happy to answer all of your septic related questions.
   
• Emergency Phone Numbers – as a valued CJS customer, upon request you are provided with an emergency phone number for after business hours use in the event a problem arises. Rest assured that when a problem arises or disaster strikes, CJS will respond promptly to help you in your time of need.
   
• Neat & Tidy – we go the “extra mile” to keep your yard looking as nice as humanly possible throughout our visit. Tarps are used to prevent dirt from ruining the appearance of your lush, green lawn.
   
• Professional As Built Drawings – great to have for future landscaping projects, sprinkler system installation, pool installations or additions to homes. CJS will protect your septic system investment from unnecessary damages. These are provided upon request, free of charge and always provided following new septic system installations.
   
• Explanation of ALL Findings – an educated customer is one that will appreciate our expertise and trust CJS for all of their septic tank and liquid waste hauling needs. For this reason CJS carefully explains all findings when conducting routine maintenance, inspections or any other service where a potential problem could be uncovered. You septic system is an important investment and you deserve to know how it is performing.