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When your property’s plumbing system utilizes a septic tank for waste management, ongoing maintenance is paramount. In addition to routine septic system pumping and inspections from a trained technician, every homeowner should be aware of warning signs that indicate a leak. As you perform routine sweeps of your home, here are three indicators that you have a leak above your septic drain field. 

3 Signs There’s a Leak in Your Septic Tank’s Drain Field 

1. Lush Greenery

Septic TankVibrant green grass and plant life is not always a sign of a healthy yard. In fact, a random patch of lush greenery located within your drain field is a tell-tale sign of a leak in the system below that should be rectified sooner rather than later. 

2. Foul Odor

The area directly above your septic tank should be relatively odorless. If you notice a strong sulfur smell or a sewage odor, this could indicate a crack in the septic tank lid that’s releasing waste and an unpleasant stench from what is stored underground. For both safety and to ensure you can enjoy your yard without plugging your nose, schedule a visit from your septic service team right away. 

3. Standing Water

The septic drain field should remain dry and should react to rainfall the same way as the rest of your landscape. If you notice standing water or sogginess in this region, this could indicate a leak in your system, resulting in a constant flow of liquid and a compacting of the soil. 

 

If you’re looking for an experienced family-owned and -operated business to assist with septic system maintenance, Price's Septic Tank Service has served residents throughout the Greater Danielsville, GA, area for over 60 years. Call the office at (706) 789-3263 to schedule your first appointment. For more information about how the service-oriented technicians can help with a variety of work, from septic tank pumping to grease trap cleaning, visit the website

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