A septic system is the system used to remove waste from your home. Rather than taking the waste and moving it to a main public sewer line, it's kept in a holding tank in your own yard. You are responsible for the maintenance and care of this system. The upside is that you do not have to pay a sewer company, the downside is that you have to pay for all repairs, replacement costs, and the cost to maintain the septic system. You need to pay close attention to the signs of issues that a septic system may encounter throughout its lifetime, and you should also be aware of when the system needs to be replaced.
Read on for signs that you should invest in a new septic tank installation.
Your Tank Is Not Large Enough
If your family has increased in size, or the number of household occupants has increased, you may want to consider replacing your tank with a new one that has a larger capacity. If you have more people in your home than you once did, it may be filling up much faster than you had anticipated it would, and you could end up with backups or other issues if you aren't careful. You should consider having a new tank installed to accommodate the increase in people.
Your System Is Backing Up
If your system is already backing up, it may be an issue with clogs or other concerns. If you have a backup and you have sewage entering into your home via the drains and pipes in your home, a new septic system may be the answer for you.
Your Yard Is Flooded With Sewage
If your yard is flooded with sewage and you have foul odors coming from your yard, you may have a leak in your tank, or you could have an overflow problem. If you have this issue, you may want to consider having your tank replaced with a new one. Repairs on the tank may be hefty and replacing it altogether may be the better investment.
If you have issues with your septic system, you should consider replacing your tank with a new one. Call a professional septic service company to discuss having a new tank installed at your home. Prevent further issues with your septic system, and have a new tank installed at your home so you no longer have to worry about leaks in your tank, backups in your home, or other septic concerns.
