Author: Freedom Septic Service

Septic Tank Do’s and Don’ts

Your septic tank is the foundation of your waste system. It’s how you keep your property’s hygiene up-to-code and how you manage sewage or any flooding. However, this well-oiled machine will only function properly with your help. Here are a few things to do—and more importantly—a few things not to do when it comes to… Read more »

Why Does Your Septic Tank Smell and How to Fix It

Your septic tank is a well-oiled machine in your home, easily getting the job done without much maintenance on your end. However, it’s possible for septic odors that can’t escape properly to begin seeping up throughout your home. So what’s actually causing the stench and what can you do to fix it? A clogged drain… Read more »

How to Save Water at Home

Many would agree that we take our clean water for granted sometimes and it’s easy to do because we are used to having it right at our disposal. However, it takes a lot of energy—and money—to ensure that our water stays clean and usable. Keep reading to learn how to be more efficient at home… Read more »

What to Consider When Choosing Portable Restrooms for Your Outdoor Wedding

Your outdoor wedding is going to be a wonderful time spent with family and friends, dancing and eating, but the question most commonly asked is, “where’s the bathroom?” Outdoor weddings require a bathroom rental that is not only reliable, but also, long-lasting. For if the bathroom situation is horrendous, then it may cause a big… Read more »

Three Signs that Your Kitchen Grease Trap Needs to be Cleaned

Kitchen grease traps work hard to intercept greases and solids from entering your wastewater disposal system and sewers. However, when these plumbing devices get clogged, issues arise that indicate it is time for a thorough cleaning. Here are a few tell-tale signs that it’s time to clean your kitchen grease trap! Water draining slower than… Read more »

A Guide to Finding Your Septic Tank

You know what the issue is: it’s your septic tank. Something’s wrong, and it’s causing all sorts of problems throughout your property. Only problem is, you don’t know where it is! Believe us: you are not alone. Finding your septic tank can be easier said than done. That’s why we here at Freedom Septic Service… Read more »

Common Myths About Portable Restrooms You Shouldn’t Believe

When many people think of portable restrooms, their first thought is, “Yuck!” A bad experience or two, at an overcrowded festival or outdoor event, can lead people to think of portable restrooms as not very enjoyable. We get it—doing your business in a portable john is not the same as doing it in a climate-controlled,… Read more »

Get Your Septic System Ready for Spring Showers

It might not feel like spring just yet here in Maryland, but before we know it these snow showers will give way to the steady rains of springtime. We tend to get a lot of precipitation in the early weeks of spring, which can put additional stress on your septic system if you’re not careful…. Read more »

Septic Tank Additives Can Do More Harm Than Good

We know that having a hygienic and functional septic system is essential for many of the homes and businesses in our area. At some point, you may have even heard that using additives can improve the performance of your septic system. The truth is, however, that using these septic additives isn’t always such a good… Read more »

Don’t Let a Dirty Grease Trap Put Your Restaurant at Risk

Grease traps are essential tools for businesses in the restaurant industry, but simply installing a grease trap is not enough. The grease trap also needs to be cleaned and maintained on a regular basis. That’s because dirty grease traps aren’t just unappetizing; they can be downright dangerous as well. The first thing you’re likely to… Read more »