Septic System Warning Signs

Water Backing Up Inside The House

One major problem that a failing septic system can cause is water backing up inside your home. This is a big problem and can happen for various reasons. One is because there is a blocked pipe in the distribution line, mainly due to flushing items that are not recommended to be flushed. This clog can result in all the wastewater backing up from your toilet and drains. The second reason is that your drain fields are full. The mechanism of a septic tank is simple: solids sit at the bottom of the tank while the wastewater gets pushed into the drain field to be filtered using the soil and other microbes. However, if a lot of water is suddenly used, the excess use can overload the drain fields and cause water backups. Call a septic service today to get your septic tank pumping.

A Horrible Smell

A second sign that every homeowner should be aware of is horrible odors. If there is a persistent odor in your home that doesn’t disappear even after a couple of days, there is a high likelihood of this being a problem with the sewage system. Does the smell come from drain fields and plumbing appliances? Does the same smell come from your lawns? If so, chances are your septic system is failing. Call a septic company today to learn more.

Trees & Growing Grass Around The Septic Tank

Trees tend to grow their roots where they find sources like water and other nutrients. Therefore, the septic tank and the pipes are an excellent source for them. Many homeowners avoid this sign as they don’t believe that the roots will be able to penetrate through the pipes to cause damage. This is a common misconception that many are victims of. The trees first crack the pipes, where water will easily leak into the soil. During the process, dirt will quickly enter the system, and your trees and grass around it will be able to grow without any problems.

Standing Water In Your Yard

If a septic system fails, you may see large wastewater pools near the drain fields. This is a very common and unique sign that everyone should be aware of. Your lawn will have pools of water as if it had been raining for days. Contact New Era Plumbing & Septic to get your septic tank cleaning right away.

New Era Plumbing & Septic

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