When your home or business runs on a septic system, ongoing maintenance is critical to avoid expensive and hazardous failures. For the health of your plumbing and so you have an opportunity to budget for new materials, here are a few signs indicating it may be time to invest in a new septic tank. 

Top 4 Signs It’s Time for a New Septic Tank

1. Intense Smells

A properly functioning septic tank should be well sealed to keep fluids and smells contained. Should your home and yard start to smell strongly of sewage and sulfur, you have an issue. Schedule an inspection right away to determine if the damage can be repaired or if replacement is necessary. 

2. Flooding or Puddles in the Yard

The area directly above your septic tank should remain dry. If the leach field is flooded and you have constant puddles in the grass, the system is failing and wastewater is escaping. To avoid safety issues and the potential of contaminated groundwater, call your septic contractor right away. 

3. On-Going Sewage Backups

Do you have frequent toilet clogs and slow-draining kitchen sinks? These repetitive sewage backups could indicate a clog in your pipes, a full tank that needs pumping, or large-scale damage that requires the purchase of a new system. 

4. Patches of Oddly Green Grass

When surveying your property, pay attention to any new plant life above your tank. If there are new patches of green grass that spring up suddenly, there could be a leak promoting the fast growth of greenery.

 

American On Site has served the greater Willamette Valley, OR, area for more than 15 years. As experts in septic tank installation, pumping, and repairs, they are your one-stop shop to properly maintain your system. If you think it’s time to replace your tank, call their office today at (503) 829-7600 to schedule an appointment. For more information on their services and locations, visit their website.