Your understanding of your septic system is a valuable tool for preventing problems from becoming worse or even happening at all. You need to take the proper steps to ensure your septic systems function properly and will last a long time to come.
The first step you can take for providing this assurance is to download the FREE
EPA Homeowner's Guide to Septic Systems. Once you have this guide, you can educate yourself on how your septic system works, how to properly maintain it, and what things to watch for that can make your septic system fail.