All septic tanks will need repair eventually. Pipes wear out, the ground shifts, and trees start to intrude. It is important to keep up with local septic pumping repair for your Bellingham, WA, home. If you let it go too long, a simple repair can turn into a serious problem.
To avoid major repairs costing thousands of dollars, there are many smaller repairs you can do first. Here are the three most common septic repairs homeowners face.
Blockages
A blockage is a significant problem for a septic system. Blockages put extra strain on all the components of your septic system. Warning signs for blockages are slow drains and a foul smell. Items that shouldn’t go into your septic system, like paper towels or feminine products, can lead to blockages and ultimately to broken pipes.
Pipes
A broken or damaged pipe is the most common reason a homeowner needs septic repair. The pipes connect your home to the tank and the tank to the drainage field. Broken pipes allow hazardous waste to flood the land around your home.
Drain fields
Your tank empties into the drain field. When a tank is working incorrectly, solid waste material can seep into the drain field. Instead of being absorbed, wastewater rises to the surface. This is a serious health issue. If this happens, your entire drain field may need to be replaced.
Burke Septic can help you with all your septic pumping repairs in Bellingham, WA, and surrounding areas.
