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Maintaining your home’s septic system preserves the overall value of the property and helps to keep your family protected from harmful health hazards. Without proper septic maintenance, your home becomes exposed to a variety of substances that can lead to numerous health concerns. With regular septic service, however, you can keep everyone safe from these adverse side effects.

Health Issues Caused by Failing Septic Systems

1. Harmful Gasses

As the system breaks down raw waste in the septic tank, natural gasses are formed. When the system is functioning correctly, these are vented safely away from your home’s interior. When your home has a failing septic system, these noxious fumes, like methane and sulfide gas, work their way back into the house. On top of being a fire hazard, when these gases are inhaled, they lead to irritation of the mouth, nose, and throat.

2. Raw Sewage

When the raw sewage can’t be processed quickly enough, it can work its way back through your home's plumbing or enter the leach field unprocessed. This is especially dangerous because it exposes you and your family to raw sewage and the strain of bacteria known as E. Coli. This often leads to abdominal cramps, nausea, fever, and a feeling of sluggishness.

3. Mold Growth

Septic System Merriam Woods, MOSewage inundation caused by a failing septic system creates a wet environment with high humidity, and these are the ideal conditions for mold to grow. When the spores circulate in the air throughout the home, they lead to a plethora of health conditions. While some people experience the side effects more than others, everyone who is exposed to mold is at risk of developing upper respiratory tract issues like coughing, wheezing, skin irritation, and nasal stuffiness.

 

Keep your home protected from the health hazards of a failing septic system by working with the experts at S & S Pumping in Merriam Woods, MO. For more than 15 years, this locally owned and operated company’s team of full-service septic contractors have helped homeowners throughout the Greater Branson Tri-Lakes area keep their systems operating at peak efficiency. They are licensed to perform a professional inspection and provide any maintenance your system needs. Schedule an appointment by calling (417) 546-2390 today or learn more about their full range of services online.
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