1. BROWNFREIGHT EASTERN BAY OF PLENTY 0800 POO TANK 0800 766 826 A Quality Job!

2. 8 Reasons to Clean the Septic Tank 1.You smell sewage 2.You see sewage 3.The Tank or Gully Trap is over flowing 4.The Home has been empty for over three months 5.You’ve just bought and don’t know when it was cleaned 6.You are about to move out 7.You anticipate exceptionally heavy usage 8.It hasn’t been cleaned within three years

3. Do’s & Don’ts of your Septic System 1.Conserve Water 2.Drain the Bath-Water slowly by tilting the plug 3.Never pour oils, fats or grease down the sink 4.Don’t flush non-biodegradables ie wet-wipes & pads 5.Avoid Waste Disposals 6.Never put paints, solvents or pesticides in the tank 7.Plant trees and shrubs away from the tank and soak field 8.Divert storm-water runoff away from the soak field 9.Install a Riser & Lid for ease of access to the tank 10. Don’t ever put sticks down the mushroom vent 11. Call a Serviceman if there is a blockage 12. Service the tank every two to three years

4. Sectional View of Standard Septic Tank 3 years use by 1-2 adults (Little solids - mostly sludge. Time for Service)

5. Sectional View of Standard Septic Tank 5 years use by 1-2 adults (Note: Sludge exiting to Soakage)

6. Sectional View of Standard Septic Tank 3 years use by 3-5 people (Sludge near outlet pipe - Time for Service!)

7. Sectional View of Standard Septic Tank 5 years use by 3-4 people (Note: Sludge exiting to Soakage)

8. Sectional View of Standard Septic Tank 5-7 years use by 5+ people (Note sludge exiting to Soakage)

9. Sectional View of Standard Septic Tank 10 years use by 5+ people (Note sludge going down Soakage)

11. The Septic Tank Mushroom Never Allow your Tank to be Cleaned through the Mushroom

12. The Septic Tank Mushroom The Mushroom vents the drain from the home to the tank only. It is NOT for cleaning the tank. Never have your tank cleaned through the mushroom. This removes only water leaving solids/sludge in the tank. If your tank has been “cleaned” by going through the mushroom, you need to have it cleaned properly through the lid to avoid damage to your soakage. Call o8oo POO TANK to have your tank serviced properly!

14. Our Commitment to You A Quality Job! Comprehensive Service: Emptying the tank Checking primary line and gully traps – clearing blockages Checking soakage Line condition – recommending action if required Checking internal (entry and exit) pipe work; repairs where required Repairs on damaged mushrooms (air-vents) Repairs on lids/recommendations Leaving the property in good condition Contact three yearly (or more regularly if required) for next service Call outs and emergencies Letters of System Maintenance and Quality of Performance

15. BOOK YOUR NEXT SERVICE TODAY AND RECEIVE A DISCOUNT OF $25.00! Do you have problems with your Septic Tank? Is your tank due for a service? Do you know when your next service is due? Book your next service NOW ! We will call to arrange a suitable day.