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Many homeowners have questions about their septic systems…and we’re always happy to answer them!

Here are a couple of recent questions we received and our reply.

Question 1:

I have effluent showing up in my yard, does this mean my leechbed is full and needs replaced? Or can the Septic Genie help me???? Thanks!!

Question 2:

I have to have my tank pumped out twice a year and I live alone so its not used much. I thought my leech lines were plugged so I had them cleaned out in december and the tank is full again. Will your product help my problem?

Answer:

Your situation is repeated over and over every day.  This situation is defined as an extremely marginal septic system.  This means the biomat and other organic material has finally slowed down the absorption process to the point that your system will no longer allow liquid into the soils around the disposal field as fast as you put it in.

Your septic system will continue to degrade unless you do something to reverse the process of biomat slime buildup.  Or you can replace the disposal field.  Costly, extremely damaging to your property and will the new field will fail again from exactly the same process?  The Septic Genie technology was developed to address just this problem.

Jetting the lines merely cleans out any accumulated solids laying within the disposal pipe.  At times, there can be a plugging effect from these solids.  But jetting the lines does not address the soil clogging issue.  In fact, some of the solids in the lines will be washed into the leach lines.  As your tank has refilled, it is apparent that biomat is clogging the soil not solids blocking the outlet holes in the pipe.

This is the ideal time to install a Septic Genie.  There is still capacity in the disposal field so the effluent with the Genie bacteria entrained in it can reach the soil where it is needed to remediate the biomat.  The longer the problem lasts the more time it takes for the Genie bacteria to work at restoring your disposal field.

Septic systems depend on bacteria.  Unfortunately, we have used the wrong bacteria for nearly a century.  Septic systems are a closed system.  In a conventional anaerobic septic system the only bacteria that are “allowed” in are the ones from your intestines.  They normally do not survive outside of your body.  But in an anaerobic septic tank they manage a meager existence.

By adding countless more each day, we develop a large community in the septic tank.  When they leave the septic tank entrained within the effluent, they don’t perish. They again establish a meager existence in the soil pores and over time, they cause 95%+ of failures just like yours by doing what they evolved to do, consume energy, secrete slimes (biomat) and divide.

The Septic Genie provides a better species of bacteria (facultative), kills the vast majority of anaerobic intestinal bacteria we deposit in the septic tank each day, and leave the septic tank and travel to the disposal field and breakdown the biomat slimes.  Everyday, the Septic Genie continues to remediate the soils and keep the system functioning proper

Have a question about your septic system? Leave a comment here and we’ll respond to it, or go to the following ASK page on our web site…it’s that simple:

Ask Septic Genie

That is a very good question, and one that is simple to answer.

The Septic Genie is relatively new to the market, but the technology has been around for  about eight years.  This new septic system technology, called aerobic bacteria generator (ABG) which the Septic Genie utilizes, has been approved for installation in most states.

The great benefits to the Septic Genie, and the main reason we developed this product, is that it is a cost effective way for homeowners to repair their septic systems without having to hire a contractor.  Most septic system repairs are very costly and require the expertise of septic contractors.  The Septic Genie solves these expense and knowledge issues with a technological solution that is easy to install and priced within range for just about any homeowner.

Septic contractors are in the business to build, install and repair septic systems.  Many have been in the industry for many years.  They know their stuff.  But that doesn’t mean they have kept up with new technology.  They may have never heard of ABG or the Septic Genie because they haven’t stayed current with the septic industry.

On top of that, there isn’t really much money to be made for contractors installing the Septic Genie.  Because of its low cost and easy installation, they won’t make as much as they would if they had to tear up your drain field and replace it.  This isn’t to say these contractors are dishonest.  Most likely they are just ignorant of the new technology.

In addition, many of these long-time contractors don’t understand this technology, and they fear any change to the septic industry.  Because they lack the knowledge, they fear it will threaten their business.  And the Septic Genie introduces a very big change to the septic industry and requires an entirely different way of thinking in relation to failed septic systems.  Many contractors are unprepared for this new technology and don’t feel comfortable with it.

Despite this fear of change, the Septic Genie has taken hold and has proven itself over and over to be the most cost effective solution to drain field failure.  The ABG technology is a proven system, and we have a long track record of success with the Septic Genie.  As such, we offer a money back guarantee to show how much confidence we have in the product.

So just because your septic contractor hasn’t heard of this new technology doesn’t mean it is unproven.  We have all the support documentation to prove the Septic Genie success and feel confident that it will solve your septic system problems for less money, less hassles and will provide many years of quality service keeping your septic system running smoothly and efficiently.

When investing in the Septic Genie, we want to make sure that you buy with confidence.  Many people want to know who we are and what makes us, and thus our Septic Genie product worth buying.

Septic Genie was started three years ago by me, Michael Grubb, and a group of other septic professionals.  I am a National Association of Wastewater Transporters, Inc. (NAWT) Certified Septic System Inspector.  NAWT is the leading national organization responsible for certifying septic system inspectors.

Me and my team have over 50 years of experience in septic systems, including wastewater treatment, septic system design, installation, maintenance and repairs.  Basically we are experts at building, installing and fixing septic systems and have spent many years doing just that.

Over the years we have gained valuable knowledge and experience of septic systems which gave us the ability to create a product that helps the homeowner keep their septic system running smoothly and efficiently for years.

For example, team member Jerry Fife, a life-long contractor and septic system expert, decided years ago that the septic industry needed to be changed.  In 1995 he invented the Aerobic Bacteria Generator, or ABG.   This device used air for treatment of the septic systems.  He then introduced the use of special bacteria to increase the products ability to improve septic system efficiencies.  By 2000, Jerry’s “Pirana Method” was born.

The Pirana System has been used in many septic systems since then.  In most cases, however, modifications of septic tanks are necessary to install the Pirana.  I worked with Jerry in marketing and sales of the Pirana System, and we found many homeowners wanted to install the unit themselves.  After many redesigns we came up with a pre-assembled package specifically for homeowners to install.  That was three years ago and we named the new product Septic Genie.

This new design was simple to install and has been a huge success since hitting the market.  The Septic Genie was a direct result of customer input.  We listened to you, the homeowner, and created a product that was affordable, effective and easy to install.

As a group we are here to help you.  We have extensive knowledge that we are able to use to help solve your septic system problems.  We have assisted thousands of customers like you to fix their septic system and they now have peace of mind that their system will run efficiently for years to come.

When you buy a Septic Genie you are buying a product that we have spent years developing.  We used our vast knowledge, built it with high-quality products and package it in a way that allows you to install it in just a couple of hours without any special tools.

There is nothing else like this on the market.  Take a look at all of our information and videos.  If you still have questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.  If you are unsure whether the Septic Genie will work for you we have a form you can fill out that allows us to evaluate your current system.  We want you to buy with confidence.  Contact us today and find out why the Septic Genie will be the last investment you will have to make in your septic system.

Many people worry about buying a Septic Genie because they are unsure it will work for them. Let us put that worry to rest.

For starters, we are very confident the Septic Genie will work extremely well to restore your septic system and keep your drain field functioning properly for years to come. We designed the Septic Genie just for you, the homeowner, to install yourself and to provide years of service. The Septic Genie was designed to meet a need at a price that was affordable and with a product the homeowner could install with confidence all by themselves.

For most people, a failed septic system usually results in digging up and replacing the drain field. That is why the Septic Genie is a great solution, as it offers a simpler and less expensive option to drain field replacement. We also designed it to be installed by just about anyone in just a couple of hours.

All of that being said, the Septic Genie does come with a full money-back guarantee. If your unit fails to solve your problem of bio-mat clogging in the soil within six months of installation, we will give you your money back.

We stand behind our product and offer a 180 day guarantee. If you are unhappy with the results in the first 180 days you can send the Septic Genie back to us and we will return your money. There are a few requirements that need to be met, but these are put in place to protect us from the few out there who want to take advantage of our honesty and integrity.

To see the complete money back guarantee, click here: septicgenie We want you to be 100% satisfied with your purchase and we guarantee the Septic Genie will eliminate the smells and odors from your septic system, increase the growth of bacteria and will improve and eventually restore your drain field.

The Septic Genie also comes with a lifetime warranty on the Septic Genie “product” itself that is inserted into your septic tank, while the air pump includes a 12-month warranty from the manufacturer.

The product is guaranteed to work for life when properly installed and operated under normal conditions. You can read the full lifetime limited warranty here: septicgenie Again, there are some conditions that must be met, as there are some non-organic products that shouldn’t be in your septic system that could damage the unit.

The bottom line is we stand behind our product. We believe the Septic Genie will last a lifetime and keep your septic system running smoothly and efficiently. As long as the septic system is free from toxic chemicals and other materials that can damage the Septic Genie, you should have no problem with the unit.

The Septic Genie is designed to easily and affordably restore your septic system and keep it running smooth. We take pride in our product, we want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase and we want you to buy your Septic Genie with confidence and assurance.

Many of you looking for solutions to your septic system failure are wondering if the Septic Genie will work for you. The simple answer is most likely. There are very few situations where the Septic Genie won’t fix your septic system.

No matter where you live, septic systems work the same. They may have different components but they all function the same. All septic systems consist of the same key components.

To start with, your septic system has a tank. Some systems have a single chamber tank, while others have a two-chamber tank. The tank may be concrete or plastic. Regardless of the size or material, the tanks all function as a place to store the solids.

The drain field is the second common component, designed to accept liquid from the tank and disperse it into the ground safely. Again, the type and material may vary, but the function is the same. You may for example, have a lateral line drain field or maybe a leaching pit.

Speaking of soil, depending on where you live your soil type can vary dramatically. Some areas may have a more sandy loam soil, while others will have clay soils. No matter the soil content, your septic system is designed to take your waste and transport it to the soil to be absorbed.

Regardless of the specific makeup of your septic system, almost all systems have the same main components and work the same. That is good news, as the Septic Genie is designed to work with all systems.

The Septic Genie is designed to unclog your drain field and restore it to normal operation. The most common problem in failing septic systems is the build up of bio-mat in the soil – regardless of soil type. The Septic Genie will begin working immediately upon installation to eliminate this bio-mat and return your septic system to full functionality.

As long as your drain field was working when installed and worked for a reasonable amount of time, the Septic Genie will be able to restore your drain field and help your system function properly.

But to help insure that the Septic Genie will work for you, we have a questionnaire you can fill out and send in to us that will allow us to evaluate your septic system and determine whether the Septic Genie is right for you.

Some of the important questions you will need to answer include what kind of septic system you have, what kind of disposal system is used, how much daily water you use and the capacity in gallons of your septic tank. You will also need to know how to access your septic tank, how recently it has been pumped and the type of system failure you are having.

Common symptoms of septic system failure include foul odors, back ups in your plumbing, effluent (water) surfacing over your drain field or above your tank, or swampy drain fields.

If your septic system is showing signs of failure, take the time to check out what the Septic Genie can do solve your problems. If you are unsure whether the Septic Genie can solve your problems, fill out the Septic Genie questionnaire http://www.septicgenie.com/pdf/Work_for_Me.pdf and we will evaluate your situation and give you an honest answer on how the Septic Genie can help improve your septic system.

The Septic Genie brings peace of mind to those who install it. By providing efficient and complete removal of bio-mat the Septic Genie will keep your drain field working properly and your septic system running smoothly for years to come.