If an effluent screen seems to need excessive cleaning, it may be that the homeowner has too many solids or chemicals or too much water going down the drains. Here are common causes of premature clogging to warn homeowners against.
1. Large volumes of wastewater generated in a short period of time can result in turbulence in the septic tank and reduced retention time, which can lead to solids plugging the effluent screen. Leaks and large parties are examples of such uses.2. Large laundry days. Tell homeowners to not do all the laundry in one day. Spread wash loads throughout the
