Every homeowner should have their septic system fully inspected, preferably every year. Even if done sporadically, an inspection can help you determine how tank and drain field are doing and give you a warning before any major issues arise.
“I don’t see the system, how can it cause me problems?”
Just because you don’t see any issues doesn’t mean there aren’t any. A failing septic can lead to the following problems:
- Back-up of sewage into home
- Leaking of sewage onto ground, where children and pets play
- Foul odors
- Expensive repairs due to neglected maintenance
- Difficulty selling the home (if moving)
How does one check the septic system?
We don’t just perform a dye test, we open the tank and run water from the home to fully explore how the system is doing and catch them before they become worse. Our procedure is as follows:
- Determine location of tank and its components
- Dig up/open the tank lids
- Check water levels inside the tank
- Check for cracks or other missing components
- Check pumps, aerators, etc. for functionality
- Scope the main sewer line from the home and to the drainfield (if possible)
- Check the drain field for surfacing effluent
We strive to help you understand your system better. While we can’t always predict future issues, we can catch current ones and prevent problems to the best of our ability.