J. L. Martin & Sons

05/29/2026

📚 Friday Fact: Excessive water use can overload your septic system.

Doing multiple loads of laundry back-to-back or using large amounts of water in a short period of time can stress your system and drainfield. Heavy rain can make the problem even worse by oversaturating the ground and limiting how well your drainfield can absorb water.

Spreading out water usage and staying on top of maintenance helps keep everything flowing properly.

05/25/2026

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

From all of us at J.L. Martin & Sons Septic & Shoffner Construction, we are grateful for your service, sacrifice, and dedication to our country. ❤️🤍💙

We are proud to offer a 10% discount for all active service members and veterans as a small thank-you for all you’ve done and continue to do.

Wishing everyone a safe, meaningful, and peaceful Memorial Day spent with family and friends.

05/21/2026

🛠️ Septic Filter Cleaning Matters!

Your septic filter plays an important role in keeping solids from moving through your system. When the filter becomes clogged, it can restrict flow and potentially lead to slow drains, backups, and other costly problems.

Routine filter cleaning helps keep your system operating the way it should.

Don’t want to get your hands dirty? Let us handle it for you with our Preventative Maintenance Program.

✔️ Filter cleaning
✔️ System inspection
✔️ Bacteria treatment application
✔️ Peace of mind knowing your system is being maintained properly

📲 Contact us today to learn more or get signed up 717-846-1642.

05/19/2026

💡 Tuesday Tip: Know Where Your Drainfield Is

Your drainfield is a very important part of your septic system — and protecting it can help prevent costly repairs.

Avoid parking vehicles, placing heavy equipment, or building structures over the drainfield area. Excess weight can compact the soil and damage underground components, affecting how your system functions.

Not sure where your drainfield is located? We can help locate and map out your system so you can better protect it and avoid accidental damage.

📲 Contact us today if you’d like help locating your drainfield. 717-846-1642

05/15/2026

FRIDAY’S FACT 📌
“I just had my tank pumped—why is it full again?”

🧠 Septic systems are designed to operate at a full level.
After a pump-out, it’s completely normal for your tank to return to its normal liquid level within 3–4 days of regular use.

💧 The average person uses 80–100 gallons of water per day, so that adds up quickly!
A properly functioning tank will sit about 3–4” below the inlet line—that’s full, but not overflowing.

✅ No need to panic—this is exactly how it’s supposed to work!

05/11/2026

🌳 Roots Are a Real Threat to Your Septic System!

Trees and shrubs with deep, aggressive root systems can invade your tank and pipes, leading to clogs, backups, and costly repairs.

💡 Our Preventative Maintenance Service Can Help!
With quarterly visits, our tech will:
✔️ Apply professional-grade root retardant
✔️ Inspect your system for early signs of trouble
✔️ Help extend the life of your tank and drainfield

Don’t wait for roots to cause a mess—stop the damage before it starts! 📞 Call J.L. Martin & Sons today to learn more about our quarterly maintenance plans: 717-846-1642.

05/06/2026

🌱 Planting Season & Your Septic System 🌱

Before you start digging and planting, make sure you’re planting smart around your septic system and drainfield.

DO:
- Plant grass or shallow-rooted plants over your drainfield
- Keep the area well covered with vegetation to help prevent erosion
- Stick to lightweight, surface-level planting

DON’T:
- Plant trees or shrubs with deep roots near your system 🌳
- Dig or disturb soil over the drainfield area
- Put heavy landscaping or garden beds over septic components

Root intrusion and soil disturbance can cause costly damage—what you plant now matters for the health of your system later.

04/30/2026

🔦 Equipment Spotlight: TANK LOCATOR Tired of digging hole after hole trying to find your tank? 🕳️

🚫 Let us save you the hassle (and your yard). With our Tank Location Service, an experienced technician will arrive with the tools and expertise to pinpoint exactly where your tank is located—no guesswork, no mess.

📞 Call J.L. Martin & Sons today to schedule your tank location and save your lawn! 717-846-1642 👉 Please note: This service locates the tank but does not include digging it open.

04/28/2026

💡 Tuesday’s Tip:

Need a septic repair, new system, or connection to public sewer—but your bank account says otherwise?

Good news: You may qualify for low-interest financing through PENNVEST, a state program designed to help homeowners cover the cost of expensive septic repairs. 💸

Don’t put off necessary work—affordable solutions are available! Click to visit our website for more information and to apply.

J.L. Martin & Sons Septic offers financing options in York, PA for repairs, replacements, and installs. Get the service you need now and pay over time.

04/24/2026

💡 FRIDAY’S FACT 🔍 FACT VS. MYTH MYTH:
"Flushing wipes labeled ‘flushable’ or ‘septic safe’ is okay."

🚽🧻 FACT: Even “septic safe” wipes break down much slower than toilet paper, creating a perfect storm for clogs in pipes, pumps, and your septic system.
💧⚠️ Over time, they can tangle with other debris, causing expensive backups and repairs.
💸 The safest bet? Stick to toilet paper only—preferably 1-ply—and toss all wipes in the trash 🗑️ no matter what the label says.