Septic tank pumping is an essential part of maintaining your system, and you may be surprised if unwanted smells linger in your home. It’s not a usual occurrence, and it may signal an issue that needs to be addressed. Here’s a closer look at the causes of these unpleasant odors and how you can resolve them.

Why Your Home May Smell After a Septic Pumping

1. Broken Plumbing Vent

Septic and plumbing systems use a vertical vent to evacuate gases trapped in them. These can become clogged by falling debris or damaged during a severe storm, and you may not realize it until after a septic tank pumping.

Contact a plumber if the smell of sewage is still present after a day or so. They can inspect and clear the plumbing vents if needed so the unwanted gases are released.

2. Air Circulation

The ambient air in your home and plumbing system may circulate foul air from your now-clean system. You can speed up the process by ventilating your home and piping. Run water down all of the drains in your home, including basement and yard drains.

This process will circulate gases trapped in the system where a blockage or waste once was. They can then pass into the drain field soil and be released into the air after filtering.

3. Broken Plumbing Fixtures

Leaking gases may mean that seals around your pipes or water fixtures are loose. These wax seals can wear down over time and may be cracked or loose. Water leaks may follow, which can cause serious damage to your flooring and home.

Have a plumber take a closer look. They can reseal connections and fixtures and provide any preventive maintenance needed to keep your system running efficiently.

If you’re overdue for pumping services or experiencing other septic issues, contact Baldwin Septic Tanks. They’ve assisted customers in Seminole, AL, for over 45 years, and as a locally owned and operated company, they pride themselves on being available 24/7 for their clients. Learn about their septic cleaning and tank installation services on their website. Call (251) 946-3250 to schedule septic tank pumping today.