Preventing Lift Station Failures: Backup Systems, Alarms, and Emergency Readiness
A lift station failure is much more than just inconvenient. They can cause raw sewage overflows, property damage, environmental violations, and major regulatory fines. Emergency preparedness is critical to keeping your lift station operational during the unexpected, whether you manage a commercial property, municipal system, or industrial facility. In this article, we’ll cover how to […]
How to Stay Compliant with Grease Trap Pumping in Tampa Bay
If your restaurant, food service business, or commercial kitchen operates in Tampa Bay, regular grease trap pumping isn’t just good practice—it’s a legal and environmental requirement. Staying on top of your grease trap maintenance schedule is essential for long-term success by maintaining clean operations and avoiding costly fines. In this guide, we’ll break down everything […]
How to Read Your Florida Septic Permit
Septic permits in Florida contain essential details about your onsite wastewater treatment system, and understanding them is key to staying compliant, avoiding fines, and planning future property improvements. Whether you’re reviewing a permit for a new installation or trying to make sense of an existing system layout, ACE Septic is here to help you interpret […]
ACE Wins Bronze at 2025 Telly Awards
ACE Septic & Waste is proud to announce that our documentary, In-Ground Nitrogen Reduction, received a 2025 Bronze Telly Award in the General–Branded Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Content category. This national recognition places us alongside industry leaders such as Indeed (Gold), Stanford University (Silver), and PBS (Bronze). It reflects the growing importance of responsible […]
Lift Station Retrofits: When and Why You Should Upgrade Your System
Lift stations are critical to managing wastewater in properties where gravity alone can’t move sewage to its destination. Whether you’re overseeing a municipality, industrial complex, or multi-tenant commercial site, a lift station failure isn’t just inconvenient—it can halt operations, trigger environmental violations, and cost thousands in emergency repairs. If you have an aging lift station […]
What Goes Into Maintaining Lift Stations in Lakeland, FL
Lift stations are essential to keeping Lakeland’s wastewater systems operating smoothly. Whether you manage a commercial building, industrial complex, or residential neighborhood in Lakeland, understanding what goes into maintaining a lift station can save you from costly repairs and potential environmental violations. At ACE Septic & Waste, we are proud providers of reliable Lakeland lift […]
The Role of Bacteria in Your Septic Tank
Septic systems rely on a delicate balance of bacterial and biological processes to function effectively. These microorganisms are essential for breaking down waste and maintaining your septic system’s efficiency. As a Florida homeowner, understanding the role bacteria play in your septic tank will help ensure your system runs smoothly for years to come. What Do […]
How Heavy Rainfall and Flooding Affect Septic Tanks
With over a third of all Floridians relying on septic systems, they are a critical component of any property not connected to a municipal sewer system, efficiently managing wastewater and protecting the environment. However, septic systems are not immune to the challenges posed by heavy rainfall and flooding, potentially disrupting their operation and creating significant […]
How to Protect Your Septic System During Construction
Protecting your septic system is crucial for any construction project to avoid long-term damage and costly repairs. Septic systems are sensitive to disruption, and heavy equipment, excavation, or new landscaping can all interfere with their functionality. At ACE Septic & Waste, we know how essential it is to safeguard your system, and we are here […]
Understanding Drain Field Sizes
Many people think that septic systems are sized based on the size of the home or property. Instead, we measure the number of bedrooms and the number of occupants to estimate the daily wastewater flow. Like the rest of the septic system, a drain field’s size is based on the expected daily wastewater flow. However, […]