While the cost of emptying may seem like an unwanted expense, frequency is the key to financial management. Experts recommend emptying a septic tank every one to three years, depending on usage. Regular emptying prevents solids from escaping into the percolation area (the soakaway). If solids clog the soil in the percolation area, the system fails. Replacing a percolation area in Cork can cost anywhere from €3,000 to over €10,000, depending on ground conditions. Therefore, the €200 spent on emptying is a form of insurance protecting the homeowner from a massive capital outlay down the line.
While the cost of emptying may seem like an unwanted expense, frequency is the key to financial management. Experts recommend emptying a septic tank every one to three years, depending on usage. Regular emptying prevents solids from escaping into the percolation area (the soakaway). If solids clog the soil in the percolation area, the system fails. Replacing a percolation area in Cork can cost anywhere from €3,000 to over €10,000, depending on ground conditions. Therefore, the €200 spent on emptying is a form of insurance protecting the homeowner from a massive capital outlay down the line.