The Amberfield Homeowners Association's annual meeting is scheduled for:
When: Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Where: Harmony United Methodist Church
9455 Williamsport Pike (Route 11)
Falling Waters
Elections will be held for three Board of Directors positions.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Saturday, September 18, 2010
SPEPTIC TANK REMINDERS
Use Garbage Disposals Wisely
• A garbage disposal can double the amount of solids added to a septic tank.
• Choose a top-line disposal that grinds food into tiny particles that are easier for a system to digest.
Minimize Heavy Duty Cleaners
• Overuse of heavy cleaners kills beneficial bacteria in the septic tank; solids won't break down as well.
Do Not Pour Grease Down the Drain
• Grease can clog the septic drainfield, which makes it impossible for soil to absorb liquids. If that happens you'll need a new drainfield.
Avoid Hazardous Chemicals
• Varnish, paint thinners, motor oils, gasoline, and other similar chemicals can ruin your system and are a hazard to groundwater. Dispose of them properly.
Protect the System from Damage
• Do not drive over the drainfield, build a structure on top of it or cover it with concrete or asphalt.
• Do plant grass on the drainfield to minimize soil erosion.
Preform Regular Maintenance
• Solids must eventually be pumped from the tank. Many experts advise a family of four with a 1,000 gallon septic tank to have the tank pumped after 3-5 years of full time use. Other experts say you can go much longer between pumping operations.
• Never attempt to open a septic tank yourself. Gases and bacteria in it are dangerous.
• Some professionals recommend a monthly dose of an enzyme product that adds beneficial bacteria to the septic system. Or — one of our residents reports that flushing a few packets of yeast each month is a great way to keep septic systems in shape.
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