A is one that can no longer treat or distribute the wastewater. You may be dealing with backed-up pipes and drains or a flooded field. This poses a health risk to you and your surrounding community. A may lead to contaminated groundwater, unhealthy drinking water, and an increased chance of bacteria and contaminants in the area.
Signs of a failed septic system may include, but aren’t limited to:
- Slow flushing toilets, or backed-up drains.
- Water and/or sewage backing up into the home through toilets, sinks, and drains.
- Standing water near the tank or around the drain field.
- Sewage smells near the tank.
- Green, springy grass growing rapidly around the tank. Brown, or nearly dead grass, over the tank is often the sign of a healthy septic system (ironically enough!)
If more than one of the above issues occur, it’s likely that your septic system has failed. That means not only is your system posing a health hazard, but standing water in your home and on your property is at risk of additional damage.
For information or to make an appointment, contact Morse Engineering and Construction.
Source: homelight.com
