Signs Your Septic Tank Needs To Be Pumped
Your septic system is your responsibility to care for as a homeowner. The septic system takes the waste from your home and into a holding tank that needs to be pumped out by a special truck that then takes it to a waste station to be disposed of properly. The septic tank will need to be pumped out periodically.
If you aren't sure when to have your tank pumped out, there are signs to indicate when the time has come Read on for a few signs that it's time to have your tank pumped out.
Your Tank Is Causing Backups
If your tank is causing a backup into your home, it could be the sign that your tank is too full, or it may also indicate a clog in your system. If your system is clogged, it may create a backup, as the waste will have nowhere to go. Either way, having the tank pumped out can help.
If you haven't had your tank emptied in a while, you should probably consider that the tank is full and that you should have it emptied. Contact a professional septic tank pumping company to have your tank emptied.
Your Tank Hasn’t Been Emptied in a While
There may not be a set time when to empty your tank, but if you haven't had it done for a long time, it may be time to do so.
You may use more or less water throughout the year, or you may have more or less waste depending on the year and how many people you have in your home, so this may vary throughout the year. If it hasn't been emptied in a long time though, you may want to consider having this done.
Keep an eye on your usage and pay attention to how often you typically have the tank emptied to help you better determine when to have your tank pumped.
Your Tank Is Seeping Into Your Leach Field
If your septic system is too full, it could be seeping into the leach field. If the leach field around your home is flooded and you smell foul odors all around your home, it could be a sign that your tank is too full, or it could also be a sign that your tank is leaking. Either way, it's best to hire a professional septic tank pumping service to have your tank pumped out and possibly inspected as well.
If you aren't sure when to have your septic system pumped out, there are signs to indicate it's full. You should pay close attention to when it's filling up, check the tank once in a while, and discuss these and other concerns about your tank with a professional company.
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