Out of sight, out of mind! Many homeowners unintentionally live by this slogan when it comes to their septic system. We forget it is there, until it reminds us! Often, that is a very costly and inconvenient reminder. If you’re a homeowner, you might be curious to find out when you’ll have to face the task of repairing or replacing your septic system. Good news, we’ve got the answers you’re looking for. Here are five signs you might be due for a pumping or a new septic system soon.
1. Age of Your System
Septic systems are built to last, which is great news if you’re living in a new build! Typically, septic systems can last more than 30 or 40 years if properly maintained. Proper maintenance means septic service every 3-5 years depending on the size of your tank. However, if you have an old home it might be worth looking into to find out just how old your system might be. You may have to start budgeting for a new system soon if it’s been more than 30-40 years since installation!
2. Sewage Backup in Your Drains
When wastewater is unable to drain away from your house due to an obstruction or damage in your pipes, the sewage may start backing up within the pipes and into your house. Water or black liquid might start gurgling up in your drains, and then it’s time to call the professionals at FJ Rabon to deal with the obstruction, pump your system, or replace it completely.
3. Standing Water in Your Yard
Similar to a sewage backup in your home, you might find yourself victim to a sewage backup in your yard around your septic system. If you find that sewage or water is pooling in your yard, it might be time to give the professionals at FJ Rabon a call.
4. Odors From Your Drains
When your septic system is full, there’s not a lot of space for the smelly gasses in your septic system to go except up! When you start to smell a persistent odor like eggs or sulfur from the drains in your home, it might be a sign you need septic service as soon as possible!
5. Slow Drains
If you start to notice that it is taking an usually long time for all the tubs and sinks in your house to drain, you might have a problem bigger than a little drain cleaner can fix. Water might be moving slowly through the system because of buildup at the bottom. If this is the case, give us a call at FJ Rabon and we can take a look at your system and figure out the cause of the drainage problem before it gets worse.
Staying on top of your septic service every 3-5 years on average will ensure that your system keeps running efficiently! Give FJ Rabon a call for all your septic system needs, and rest assured that we have the proper equipment and expertise needed to get the job done right. Reach out to us today by clicking here.