Your septic tanks performs a valuable service, one that we all take for granted.  And water is technically a renewable resource, but due to contamination and abuse, each day, some water is taken out of the finite supply for good.  Take a look at these thought-provoking facts about waste water.

• 45 Billion gallons of fresh water are saved each year through the use of portapotty services
• Americans use more water each day by flushing the toilet than they use while showering (or any other activity).  Source: Florida Water Environmental Association
• A leaky toilet wastes water — up to 200 gallons of water PER DAY!  Source: US EPA
• Americans use about 100 gallons of water each day.  Compare that to Europeans, who use about 50 gallons per day.  Sub-Saharan Africans use about 2-5 gallons per day.  What a difference!
• You should pump your septic tank every 3-5 years.  Of course, if you have a large family (5 or more), or if your home has a garbage disposal, you’ll likely need to pump more often.