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Your septic system not only helps process waste, but it also funnels water away from your house and yard. Considering the amount of work performed by this plumbing system, it’s natural for it to malfunction with enough time and wear. Here are a few telltale signs it’s time to call a plumber for repairs.

What Are Indications of Septic Trouble?

1. Sewage or Water Is Backing Up

If water is backing up in the drains or sewage is backing up in the toilet, it could have a couple of causes: either your septic tank, where waste goes after it leaves your house, is full, or you have a problem with your pipes.

Septic tanks are only usually located on larger properties not connected to the city’s municipal sewer system. They should be pumped approximately every three years. If it hasn’t been serviced recently, contact a professional to do so. If that is not the issue, the plumber can investigate whether there is a clog in one of your pipes and remove it.

2. Bad Odors

plumbingIf you smell sewage, which sometimes has the odor of rotten eggs, in your yard, the underground plumbing could be leaking. This may be due to a break at one of the joints—soil shifting can cause different pieces to disconnect—or tree roots may have invaded the pipes in search of water. Alternatively, the pipes might be old and corroded. A contractor can decide whether pipe repair or replacement is more cost-effective.

3. Thriving Grass

Do you have a ring of grass above where your septic tank is buried that is bright and lush—more so than the rest of your yard? You likely have a leak in your septic tank. As the liquid waste escapes into the soil, it helps feed nearby plant life. However, while this might not seem like a bad development, it can pose a health risk.

 

Take care of your septic system with the plumbing professionals at Bernie Buchner, Inc. in La Crosse, Wisconsin. They pride themselves on their honesty, affordable rates, and 24/7 assistance. Visit them online to learn more about their offerings. Call them at (608) 784-9000 to set up an appointment for septic tank pumping or repair. You can also text JOIN to (608) 480-8709 to receive text message updates. 

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