Seattle Septic System Backup and Repairs
Some homes have access to a municipal sewer system that removes waste and takes it to the treatment plant. But those homes without a connection to the sewer system, a septic tank is an alternative method of treating wastewater into clear water and eventually sending it down into a drain field. When using a septic tank, you must take into consideration that the tank, drain field, and pipes are always in good condition with regular pumping and routine maintenance. But even if preventive maintenance is always being practiced, its parts will still need occasional repairs. When you suspect or detect any signs of septic tank problems, call a professional plumber and have it fixed as soon as possible.
1. How common are sewer/septic backups?
Sewer back up will most probably occur frequently if there are more residents in a household using the bathroom, toilet, and sinks. So the more people living in your household, the more likely that it may experience sewer backups. Moreover, you should also consider the regular emptying of the septic tank. Ideally, it should be done once every one to five years and this depends on its usage and as mentioned, the number of people living in the house.
2. How do you know you need sewer systems repairs?
Septic backups are most likely to have a wide variety of problems compared to a sink backup or a clog in the toilet. Handling it quickly by a professional plumber is important to prevent expensive repairs, property damage, and contamination in the future. Sewer backups are common if you frequently observe the following warning signs:
Slow drains around the house. If you notice that drains around the house are slow, from the drains to the basement to the top floor of the house, slow flushing and draining of the toilet, slow draining sinks, and tubs, then there is probably septic back up or a damaged pipe. Drain clogs are one of the most common problems a homeowner faces. This may be due to an obstruction in the line caused by a build-up in material or a collapsed or sewer line that occurs over time. Service your slow drain promptly to avoid worse plumbing problems.
- The foul-smelling odor from the lawn. This may be a sign of septic problems. Odor inside the house indicates that there is a septic backup, meaning a septic tank or its pipes start to leak. Bad odors inside the house may be caused by ventilation problems. Odors outside your homes may be due to septic or drainage problems. If you are experiencing these, calling a professional for septic tank repair is a must and should be done immediately.
- Presence of green grass in the drain field or near your house. This may be algae or weed growing. While this may seem like a benefit, taking this for granted and ignoring would worsen the leak and may cause more damage to your yard and home.
- Wet spots or standing groundwater near the septic tank. This may be a sign that your drain field is not functioning properly.
If you notice any of these signs happening, call a professional for septic tank repair to avoid future property damages and costly repairs.
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