If you are a homeowner with a septic system it is very important to pay close attention to the warning signals your septic tank is giving to you.
- Bad odors. This is one of the biggest red flags that your septic system isn’t performing the way it should. You should watch out for smells like rotten eggs or sewage. This is the smell of methane gas seeping through your septic system. You need to contact your local septic system professional. ASAP!
- Wet or soggy areas around your drain fields. This can mean the drain field is clogged from roots or biomaterial that has built up over time, which causes a backup of sludge and other waste. This can cause a very serious environmental and health hazard in the soil.
- Very slow drains and toilets. This could mean that your septic tank is filled to the brim or there may be damage in the pipes. If you hear a gurgling sound from the drains, this is a good indication that the waste and water are not flowing as freely as they should be.
- No harm no foul. Problems in your septic could be happening right under your nose without giving you any warnings. If you have not had your septic system pumped and inspected in over two years you could have leaks, back-ups and problems within the tank. It is very important to the health of your septic system, property and your family to have your tank pumped and inspected every one to two years.
Remember, take responsibility of your septic system and always consult your septic system professionals when you discover signs of a problem.
Posted on behalf of Mike Smith, A-Flo Free Septic
