Cesspool servicing is a very necessary thing. Your septic system does not have infinite capacity, and thus, runs the risk of overflowing from time to time. But how would you know?
Well, there are some tell-tale signs you need to be on the lookout for to know when it’s time to call the cleaning crew.
In this article, we’ll go through these signs one by one:
1. Foul Odor
A tank that is full, blocked, or choked will give off very bad odors due to all the gases forming and collecting in it. These odors emanate from the toilets, drains, sinks and particularly from the area where your septic tank is located. You should keep a special lookout for such odors from any of these outlets since it means that you can have a real mess on your hands.
2. Water Pooling
If there are large pools of water around your home and it is not associated with recent rain, then you may be experiencing water pooling. This looks like a large puddle around the drain field of your cesspool and could mean it's overflowing. When solid waste particles clog drain pipes, it causes wastewater to collect and rise to the surface.
3. Slow Drainage
The next clearest indicator that your septic tank needs pumping is that it’s draining slower than it usually does. If your tank is taking longer to drain or flush, it is time you get it pumped. This includes slow draining in the sinks, toilets, showers drains and even washing machines. Left unchecked, this could lead to clogging and backups.
4. Green Grass
If you notice that your lawn has been particularly lush, or that the grass near your septic tanks has been healthier and greener lately, your septic tank could be behind this.
If your septic tank is not full or choked, the grass around it should look the same as the grass on the rest of your property. However, a full, leaky tank will act as fertilizer for the grass and the plants around it. This happens because the sewage water leaks into the soil, causing the grass to grow better.
5.Sewage Backup
Those who do not follow a regular pumping or maintenance schedule and neglect all the other, less serious signs often witness this. You can consider this the last nail in the coffin.
When your septic tanks are blocked to the point where they start overflowing, they also cause sewage to back up. The minute you see water backing up in your toilets or sinks, it is best to call for plumbing professionals immediately and avoid the area until they arrive to avoid further health risks and hazards.
If you experience any of these, you know it’s time to service your cesspool. Your main objective here is to keep your environment healthy and germ-free. And you deserve the very best, so call us and book an appointment at the earliest!
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