If you own a septic tank, it’s important to take care of your system. Being careful of what you flush and arranging regular pumping service will help ensure your septic tank and drain field work as intended to filter your wastewater. But sometimes, your drain field will still fail, so here are five signs your septic tank pumping company would like you to watch for.

Signs of Drain Field Failure

1. Pooling Water

One of the most obvious ways to tell your drain field isn’t working as intended is standing water on the field or over your septic tank. Water is meant to filter into the soil of your drain field; if it begins to accumulate instead, it may mean the system is overloaded, or the soil is too clogged to let the water through.

2. Smells

Unpleasant odors are another clear sign of a problem. If you smell sewage outside your home, there may be a leak in your septic system, or the solids and grease traps in your septic tank may not be working due to an overfull tank.

3. Slow Drains

At the other end of your septic system, if your drain field is working poorly, you’ll begin to notice the signs of wastewater backing up. One slow drain may just indicate a clog, but if drains all over the house slow down, a problem with the septic tank or drain field is likely, and you should call your pumping service right away.

4. Extra Greenery

One of the subtler signs of a drain field problem is that the plants and trees in the area may begin to grow particularly lush and green. This can either mean that sewage is seeping into the drain field or that the trees have gotten their roots into the drain field’s pipes.

5. Sewage Backups

If water or sewage comes back up your pipes, there’s an obvious problem with your system. If your septic system gets to this point, it’s time to call for emergency repairs, as untreated sewage is a serious health hazard.

If you rely on a septic system for sewage and wastewater disposal, it’s essential to keep an eye on your drain field. Watch for these signs of a problem, and schedule septic pumping and drain field rehabilitation as needed to keep this system in working order.

 

For over 30 years, Chris Mote’s Pumping Service has provided reliable septic pumping and maintenance to clients throughout the Gainesville and Cleveland, GA. This locally owned pumping service emphasizes high standards, courteous service, leading-edge technology, and fair prices. To schedule a visit, contact them at (770) 530-2034 or go online.