Warning Signs You Should Attend to in Your Septic System
Is there an unpleasant smell wafting over the yard? Does the toilet have a habit of gurgling with each flush? One can be worried that a small septic problem will turn into a costly one.
If so, we can put your mind at ease. A phone call to (386) 465-3350 and Power Rooter Plumbing & Drain will come out and see to it.
You tend to let your septic system do its work unobtrusively in the background and not think much of it. But trouble has a way of rearing its head in short order. Being cognizant of the warning signs is the best way to stave off a major repair or total failure. We have listed below what any homeowner in Northern Florida or Southern Georgia should be watching for.
Sluggish Drains
A clog in the line will show itself as a slow drain. If more than one is affected though, you are likely looking at something in the septic system. An overfull tank or a drain field past its capacity will be evident in the sinks, tubs and showers. When some good cleaning and plunging fails to resolve it, do not leave it to chance; a system in backup will only get worse.
Sewage Odors
The scent of sewage is unmistakable. Its presence in the yard or by the toilet is your septic system talking to you.
Most often the cause is:
- Wastewater on the surface
- A drain field that is saturated
- A vent pipe blocked or in disrepair
- Leaks and cracks in the tank and pipes
- The need to have the tank pumped
It is prudent not to delay on such matters, they are usually a precursor to more.
Gurgling from the Plumbing
When the system is not draining properly air has to make an exit and you will be hearing it from the toilet or drains in the form of bubbles. More than likely a blockage or the tank is full. A quiet plumbing system is a happy one, so strange sounds should be looked into.
Grass That is Too Wet or Lush
It is easy to miss. But if an area of the lawn is soggier and a deeper green than the rest, wastewater may be making its way into the ground. The nutrients are feeding the grass but it is also an indicator of trouble. Better to address it before you have water pooling up around the drain field.
Sewage Backing up in the House
Not something to be put up with. Wastewater coming back through the lowest drains or toilets means the septic system has no other outlet for it. It is a health hazard and demands to be dealt with right away.
In the event of a backup, do not wait until morning. We are available for emergencies 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, at (386) 465-3350.
Frequent Pumping
Unless there is a leak, an undersized system or a problem with the drain field, a well run system does not have to be pumped for years, given the size of the tank and household usage. Repeated service calls are a red flag.
Why Act on It
Septic issues will not fix themselves. What is minor now could mean a contaminated water supply or a bill for a new system down the road. To protect your home and your finances, take heed of the above.
We would be glad to help. John Page and Donnie Jacobs are the founders of Power Rooter Plumbing & Drain, a veteran firm with family roots in Hamilton County, Florida going back generations. Fully licensed and insured, our work comes with a 100 per cent satisfaction guarantee. We will underbid any estimate from a Florida licensed plumber and offer a discount to military personnel, active or retired.
Our team is here round the clock for all of Northern Florida and Southern Georgia, from Valdosta to Lake City and Gainesville, ready to handle any septic repair. Call (386) 465-3350 and let us take care of it before it becomes a big problem.