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Expert Septic Services for Your Hollywood, FL Home

I’m Brandon Burgun with Alligator Septic, my family and I have been providing expert septic system services to Hollywood, FL and the surrounding areas since 1989. We make the Hollywood septic tank cleaning process easy from start to finish.

Regular septic tank cleaning is crucial for the health and longevity of your the system. I’ve personally been pumping septic tanks since I was a boy on Saturdays with my dad John Burgun. I’m 31 now and have over 20 years of experience with old 1950’s septic systems and modern ones with pumping mechanisms.

We are licensed Florida Department of Health septic tank contractors.

Why is cleaning my septic tank important?

I always try and compare regular tank cleaning to oil changes on cars. If you don’t change your oil you will be seeing the mechanic once the engine has already failed. Do not push off pumping and cleaning your tank. You can get far more life out of a septic system when it is maintained.

Septic tank cleaning is essential to ensure the proper functioning of your septic system. Over time, solid waste accumulates in the tank, which can cause blockages and prevent proper drainage. This can lead to backups and overflows, which are not only unpleasant but also hazardous to human health and the environment. Regular cleaning can also help prevent costly repairs and prolong the life of your septic system.

Common Symptoms of a Full Septic Tank in Hollywood, FL

It is important to know the signs that your septic system needs cleaning. Some of the most common signs include:

  • You flush the toilet and tub or showers fills up with sewage

  • Unpleasant odors in your Hollywood home or yard

  • Gurgling sounds after a flush

  • Sewage backups in your Hollywood home or yard out of the cleanout pipe

  • Lush green grass over your septic tank or drain field

If you notice any of these signs, it is crucial to schedule septic tank cleaning as soon as possible to prevent further damage.

Typical Septic Tank Cleaning Process in Hollywood, FL

Cleaning your septic tank involves several steps to ensure proper cleaning and inspection. At Alligator Septic, our experts follow a thorough process to ensure that your septic system is in optimal condition.

Locating the tank

The first step in the septic tank cleaning process is to locate the tank. Our professionals use a variety of tools, such as metal detectors and probes, to locate the tank's access port. Sandy soils across most of Hollywood make finding the tank with a probe easy. We only have trouble finding tanks in Hollywood when there is an addition built over the septic tank. We can find any tank with a camera and digital locator or your money back.

Digging it up or opening the manhole

Once the access port is located, we will either dig up the tank or open the manhole to gain access to the tank. This allows us to inspect the tank's condition and determine the level of sludge buildup.

Initial inspection

Before pumping the tank, our professionals conduct an initial inspection to determine the condition of the tank and check the drain field. This inspection allows us to identify any issues that need to be addressed during the cleaning process.

Pumping and pressure washing

Next, we use a specialized pump truck to remove the accumulated sludge and waste from the tank. Once the tank is empty, we use a high-pressure jet to wash the interior of the tank thoroughly. This ensures that all remaining debris and buildup are removed from the tank.

Final inspection

After cleaning the tank, we conduct a final inspection to ensure that the tank, inlet pipe, and outlet baffle are in optimal condition. If we identify any issues, we will address them and provide recommendations for repairs or further maintenance.

Need a Septic tank pumping company in Hollywood, Florida?

Call Alligator septic now! (954) 763-4999 At Alligator Septic, we are committed to providing expert septic system services to the residents of Hollywood and the surrounding areas. Whether you need septic tank cleaning, repairs, or installation, our team of experts is here to help. Contact us today to schedule an appointment or to learn more about our services. We take pride in serving Hollywood and ensuring the proper functioning of your septic system.

Hollywood, FL Septic System Frequently Asked Questions

  • At Alligator Septic, we recommend cleaning your septic tank every 2 years. However, the frequency of cleaning depends on several factors, including the size of the tank and the number of occupants in your Hollywood home. If you notice any signs that your septic system needs cleaning, it is important to schedule a cleaning right away.

  • We first need to dig up the lid or lids for a multi-chamber septic tank. To clean a whole septic tank, our professionals use a high-pressure jet to add water to the tank while the vacuum truck is pumping. This ensures that all sludge and debris are removed from the tank, leaving it clean and in optimal condition.

  • Septic tank pumping involves pumping the tank down, removing the liquid and solid waste that has accumulated in the tank. Septic tank cleaning goes beyond pumping, as it involves using high-pressure water jets to remove any remaining debris and sludge that can damage the tank and drain field.

  • It is not recommended to attempt to clean your septic tank yourself. You may be capable of digging up the lid and doing a basic visual inspection, but septic tank cleaning requires an expensive pump truck and knowledge to ensure proper cleaning and prevent damage to the tank and drain field.

    Call us and we will find your tank, pump it out, and seal it back up. We are very familiar with Hollywood septic systems and have no trouble locating and cleaning them. In Hollywood septic tanks act as a filter, trapping solids and letting water flow through to the drain field. The tank takes in the water, toilet, paper, and other waste and allows the solids to separate from the liquid.

  • The duration of septic tank cleaning depends on several factors, including the size of the tank and the level of sludge buildup. On average, septic tank cleaning takes approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.

    If the system needs repairs it may take longer, but even most repairs are done same day.

  • The cost of septic tank cleaning varies depending on several factors, including the size of the tank, the level of sludge buildup, multi-chamber or single chamber tank, depth of tank if no manholes are installed, if sand has entered the tank.

    Call us and we can walk you through

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Reviews From Your Neighbors

  • It was a pleasure working with John and his family owned company. The team was very honest, thorough and professional. They are my go to company for any Septic tank cleaning and repairs. Highly recommend them!

  • Have used A Alligator in the past and their service has always been excellent. They worked on my septic system until 9:00PM not many companies out there that go beyond normal business hours. Fabian the technician was very professional and easy to deal with.

  • This company cares. we have used them for many years have never had a bad experience. it was 4:30 when everything backed up, I called and they sent a truck by 5:00. I was afraid I'd have this mess all night! The technicians are professional, and so kind. This is not the first time I have called with an urgent problem, they always show up, and they know what they are doing. They are family and treat us like family. Do not hesitate to call them first, you won't need to call anyone else! Thank you A-Alligator!

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When the toilet or tub is backed up we know you can’t wait.

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How Septic Systems Work

From the toilet, to the tank, to the drain field

A septic system includes a tank and a series of pipes that help to process household waste. The entire system can be broken down into three main components: the septic tank, the drainfield, and the soil underneath the drainfield. Inside the septic tank, solid waste settles to the bottom as scum on top and liquid waste flows out into the drainfield. The septic tank is an important first step in the septic system, as it helps to separate solid and liquid waste, allowing clear liquid to flow out into the drainfield. The drainfield is a network of pipes or trenches filled with gravel that is buried beneath the ground. This area allows time for the waste to seep into the soil, where it is naturally broken down through an anaerobic process. Finally, the soil underneath the drainfield acts as a natural filter, helping to purify the wastewater before it seeps safely back into the groundwater.

If you are experiencing problems with your septic system or suspect that it may be failing, it is important to seek professional septic services right away. Some common signs of septic trouble include slow drains, foul odors near your septic tank or drainfield, and excessive water buildup in or around your septic tank. With proper care and maintenance, your septic system can continue to provide reliable waste processing for many years to come.

If any part of your septic system is not functioning properly, it is important to contact a septic service company right away to have the problem repaired. Whether you need septic pumping or other septic services, a septic tank company in Hollywood, FL can help get your septic system back up and running smoothly.

To learn more about septic systems, contact Alligator septic your local septic tank company today.

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