Your septic tank separates solids from wastewater before it percolates through your drain field and reenters the ground supply. Septic cleaning prevents the system from causing repair issues and biohazards. Here are some signs that your system needs cleaning.

How to Know if You Need Septic Cleaning

1. Unpleasant Odors

You may notice unpleasant sewage odors on the property. Typically, the scent will be in your bathrooms and in the vicinity of the septic tank, which usually means it’s full. Prevent contaminated fluids from leaking into your home and onto your property by scheduling pumping and cleaning as soon as possible.

2. Slow Drains

When your toilet, sink, or tub drains water slowly, the septic system may have a clog. This is especially true when you have more than one slow drain in the home. Septic cleaning will remove the clog and make room in the tank for fluids to pass through normally. Sometimes it is hard to determine whether you need a plumber or a septic professional when it comes to a clogged drain. If the last in the series of your household drains is backing up, that usually indicates it is a full or blocked septic tank.

3. Unusually Green Grass 

Grass and plants may grow lush and green near the underground septic tank and leach field. This vibrant growth may indicate leaks in the tank, a flooded leach field or overflowing wastewater, which can fertilize the foliage in that area. Cleaning and pumping will prevent overflowing, and professional repairs will patch up leaks.

4. Overdue for Maintenance 

The state of Connecticut septic codes recommends that you schedule septic cleaning every three to four years. Individual homes may vary depending on your family’s personal usage. Keep track of your maintenance schedule. If you’re overdue for a cleaning, book an appointment with a residential septic service. The best septic maintenance is a regular septic cleaning.

The next time you need septic cleaning, contact the team at Abrahamson Septic in Preston, CT. They offer septic camera inspections, cleaning, installations, and tank and pump repairs to homes and businesses throughout the area. Call (860) 889-7939 to book an appointment for septic maintenance, or visit their website to learn more about how they can keep your system working.