Septic tanks can be a breeding ground for mosquitoes, producing thousands of mosquitoes each day
Mosquitoes transmit Zika, Dengue & West Nile viruses & can cause serious illness
LOOK FOR PROBLEMS
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| Mosquitoes in septic tank - courtesy: CDC |
Your septic tank may be producing mosquitoes if it is:
- Open, unsealed or missing covers
- Broken with cracks or spaces between pipes, risers or other components
- Lacking rooftop vent pipe screens
MOSQUITO-PROOF
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| Prevent gaps of less than 1/16" |
Inspect & repair your system:
- Secure all risers & lids
- Screen roofline plumbing vents (see right)
- Repair broken & cracked pipes
- Seal all gaps & cracks (use concrete, silicone, construction foam or screening)
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