I recently bought a house with a septic tank for the very first time. I thought I was prepared, but I really had no idea what I was getting into. Shortly after we moved in, the septic tank backed up. I had to call for emergency septic services to have it pumped and taken care of. That's when I learned that I had overlooked some of the signs that the tank needed to be emptied. I created this site to share my experience and the tips that I learned along the way. My goal is to help others avoid the same septic problems that I have dealt with.
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If you have a septic system on your property, there are some signs that the system is leaking or not working the way it should. Sometimes the system can be repaired, but in some situations, getting a new residential septic system is the only way to correct the problem.
Slow Drains
Often, a slow drain is nothing more than an obstruction in the drain line or somewhere in the sewer line running to the septic system. In extreme cases, it can be a sign of a more significant issue. If the drain line or the sewer line becomes blocked near the septic system, water may still drain past the blockage, but solids will not, and eventually, the sewer line may get blocked completely.
It is vital that you do not put anything into the septic system to clear the blockage because chemicals and other drain cleaners can upset the system's balance. Calling a residential septic system service is the best option, and they will help determine what needs to be done to get the system working without causing more damage.
Septic System Inspections
If you suspect that there is an issue with the septic system on your property, hiring a residential septic system contractor to assess the condition of the septic system is an excellent first step. The contractor will likely need to pump the tank out before they start the inspection on the system, but once the tank is empty, the contractor can inspect the tank, the baffles, and the lines coming into the system.
If you are dealing with a large area of the yard that is wet and has an odor to it, there may be a leak in the drain line running to the tank, the tank itself, or an issue with the leach field that is supposed to allow the liquid from the tank to leach back into the ground after it leaves the septic tank.
Installing a New System
If there is significant damage to the septic system, a new residential septic system installation may be required. Your septic contractor can tell you if you will need a new system or if part of the original system is still serviceable.
If the entire system needs to be replaced, the contractor can give you a price and estimate the time it will take to do the work. Replacing the entire septic system can include digging up the old system and removing the tank, then replacing it with a new residential septic system. The job can take several weeks and be costly, so be sure to talk to the contractor to get all the details before the work begins.
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