Manila Water recommends regular siphoning of household septic tanks every 3-5 years to prevent build-up of sludge in the septic tank which can lead to overflows and system failure. For the month of July, Manila Water’s desludging caravan will go around forty-four (44) barangays in the East Zone to provide desludging service at no additional cost.
MANILA, Philippines – As we enter the rainy season, Manila Water reminds its customers of the importance of regular desludging to maintain efficient septic system at home.
Manila Water recommends regular siphoning of household septic tanks every 3-5 years to prevent build-up of sludge in the septic tank which can block pipes and drains, leading to overflows and system failure.
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“Aside from property damage, septic tank overflow can also cause environmental damage and health risks. The untreated wastewater can contaminate the water supply network at home and reach the ground and nearby water bodies and can also lead to an outbreak of waterborne diseases,” says Jeric Sevilla, Manila Water Corporate Communication Affairs Group Director.
For the month of July, residents of Barangay 763, 768, 771, 779, 784, 786, 787, 788, 789, 794, 797, 800, 801, 802, 805, 807, 809, 811, an 812 in the City of Manila can avail of Manila Water’s desludging service at no additional cost. Same goes with the residents of Barangay Ugong Norte, Bagong Lipunan ng Crame, Pinyahan, Bahay Toro, Botocan, White Plains, Amihan and Old Capitol Site in Quezon City; Pag-asa, Bagong Silang, Harapin ang Bukas, and Mauway in Mandaluyong City; San Antonio, Oranbo, Maybunga and Manggahan in Pasig City; Sta. Lucia in San Juan City; and West Rembo in Taguig City.
In Rizal, customers from Barangay San Jose, San Roque and Cupang in Antipolo City; Tayuman and San Carlos in Binangonan; and Guitnang Bayan and Guinayang in San Mateo can also avail the service.
Customers can call the Manila Water Customer Service Hotline 1627 or coordinate with their respective barangay councils for the exact schedule of the desludging caravan’s visit in their barangay.