When it comes to the septic system, regular inspection and good maintenance will keep you out of trouble. At least a part of the inspection can be done by each owner, because it does not require technical knowledge or skills: at the filter level, a septic tank has an indicator of the degree of filling. Regular maintenance is also simple and consists only in the addition of biological activator, which will neutralize the action of the substances and gases that result from the process of decomposition of residues that get inside the septic tank.
Improper installation or improper maintenance of a septic system can lead to problems that require replacement. According to the septic system experts at Boonstra Excavation, here are some of the most common signs:
- The smell of sewage in the house or in the garden
- Inefficient water drainage from the sinks or toilets – this deficiency typically occurs due to clogged pipes, but it may also occur due to clogging of the drainage in the septic tank
- Gurgling or bubbling noises in the pipes – these may have different causes, one of them being a faulty septic system
If something goes wrong, you have the option to repair or replace your septic system. If the water drips over the drain, or there are bad smells coming from the septic tank, in most cases it is a broken pipe, which can be replaced. However, if the drainage is completely clogged, or if the septic tank is cracked, there is a good chance that it will have to be replaced. In this case you will need professional services provided by septic system contractors in Loveland.
