The Dung Beetle

05/22/2026

Did you know? Septic tanks are required to have inlet and outlet tees/baffles to regulate wastewater flow and protect your drain field. The inlet tee must extend 16 inches below the liquid level. The outlet tee must extend 18 inches below the liquid level. (SCDES Regulation 61-56, 503.3)

Inlet tees/baffles direct incoming liquids downward. This prevents the force of a flushed toilet or running sink from disturbing the floating scum layer.
Outlet tees/baffles aid to prevent grease, oils, and solids from coming directly out of the tank into the drain field causing failure.

These tees/baffles are not only required by SCDES but are, along with proper tank maintenance, vital to extending the life of your drain field! We inspect the inlet and outlet tees/baffles every time we pump your septic tank. This is not just to stay up to code but to protect you, your investment and the environment.

Get on our 💩 list to ensure your system is maintained properly and tank components are in good shape or even present. Preventative maintenance is much more economically priced than system failure and repair.

04/05/2026

Our family wishes you and yours a very happy and blessed Easter!

03/23/2026

Did you know?

My mother is a cancer survivor so this really hit close to home. Proud to be a Pumping Partner with Pumps for Patients!

𝑫𝒊𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘? 𝑪𝒉𝒆𝒎𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒑𝒚 𝒅𝒓𝒖𝒈𝒔 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒆𝒙𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉 𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒐𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒖𝒑 𝒕𝒐 48–72 𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒔 𝒂𝒇𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕.

For patients with a septic system, this can create an unexpected issue. Septic systems rely on healthy bacteria to break down waste, and chemotherapy medications can disrupt that balance. When this happens, solids may not break down properly, which can lead to faster buildup and, over time, potential damage to your system—especially the drain field.

During treatment, your body is already going through enough. The last thing you should have to worry about is a costly septic system problem.

That’s where Pumps for Patients comes in. We coordinate septic pumping services for families undergoing chemotherapy to help reduce strain on the system and prevent long-term damage.

If you or someone you know is going through treatment and relies on a septic system, we’re here to help. 💙

03/20/2026

“Baby let’s cruise, away from here…”

The American Liberty is cruisin’ away from the dock a little lighter tonight. This captain and pumper was giddy today!

03/14/2026

Having your septic system inspected and keeping it maintained is often overlooked. I’m guilty of it! Aren’t we all?! Preventative maintenance is an economical price to pay versus costly drain field replacement and system failure. Here are some before and after photos of a 5 year old pump system that was backing up. Yes! Only 5 years old!

Unsure when, or if, your system has been serviced? Protect your investment, your health and the environment- call us today! 💩

03/08/2026

Our first review from our first pump out. We are so grateful for the kind words. Thank you!

Protecting your investment, peace of mind, and the environment is what it is all about! Unsure when your septic tank was serviced last or maybe it’s time for service? Give us a call! (843)603-DUNG

03/01/2026

We are up and running! Website is still in development but phone works. Give us a call for your septic system needs! Maintenance, pumping, emergencies, repair- The Dung Beetle is here for you 24/7!