Septic tank pumping is the biggest part of maintaining your septic system, but you may not know just how often your tank needs this service. Most tanks need to be pumped every one or two years, but there are many factors that determine how often septic tank pumping needs to be done.
To help you identify when your tank needs to be pumped, we put together this list of three of the top signs you need a septic tank pumping service:
- Clogs and drainage issues. If your drains are constantly clogged or won’t work at all, chances are your septic tank is getting full. When your tank is full, there’s nowhere for waste to go, leading to clogs and other issues. Whenever your drain system isn’t working the way it should, you should look into septic tank pumping.
- Standing water in your yard. Septic tank leaks are usually caused by an excess amount of waste, which damages the pipes. These leaks often result in standing water on the ground above your septic tank, so pay attention for this warning sign of a full septic tank.
- Sewage smell. Perhaps the most unpleasant sign that you need septic tank pumping is a sewer smell in your yard. This smell can also come from your drains or toilets, but regardless of its origin, you shouldn’t ignore it. Be sure to call your local septic contractor as soon as you notice a sewage smell coming from your property.
Septic tank pumping is one of the most common services we perform here at John E. Byrd, Jr. Trucking and Tractor Service LLC. If you suspect that your septic tank is full, don’t hesitate to reach out to us today.