At the first indication of septic system trouble, you’ll want to have a professional come out to conduct an inspection. Bad smells and slow draining are signs of a problem that should be investigated. At Champion Plumbing, we specialize in septic system repairs in the greater San Antonio, TX area. Here are some of the common causes of septic tank problems.
Sometimes toilet paper will clog the inlet baffle, which is an issue that should be addressed as soon as possible. In some cases, homeowners manage to successfully fish out the blockage on their own. But if you don’t want to deal with it, or are concerned about causing damage, then you can have an experienced professional do the job.
If your effluent filter or outlet baffle gets clogged up, then sewage might back up into the house. So you’ll want to keep up with basic maintenance to reduce this risk, such as cleaning your effluent filter on a yearly basis.
A clog may occur in this pipe of something besides human waste or toilet paper gets flushed down the toilet. Slow draining is a sign of this problem. A plumber can usually snake the line to take care of this issue in little time.
If your system was installed in soil that isn’t sufficiently permeable, or at an improper grade, then there’s a good chance that the poor design will lead to problems. In such a scenario, you may need major work to be done for your system to work correctly.
When a drainfield fails, sewage may back up into the home. One sign of a failing drainfield is that the grass feels really spongy.
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