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Signs It's Time to Clean or Pump the Septic Tank Tuesday, February 14th, 10:00 PM
Tallahassee, FL septic tank service helps homeowners keep their septic system operating.

Tallahassee, United States - February 14, 2023 / Capital City Septic Services /

Keep the Septic Tank Working Properly

Septic tanks are part of a special system that makes civilized life possible off the grid. Homeowners who want to live outside of a city's utilities will almost certainly need a septic system to deal with their sewage. 

There are several options for septic systems, but the principles are the same. Sewage is treated by natural bacterial action inside a tank, and the effluent is drained or pumped into a leach field where the nutrients become part of the environment. These systems are very effective at what they do, and they are generally very reliable. However, due to their importance in the health and safety of the family in the home, they need to be monitored closely to ensure they stay reliable. 

When septic systems start to have trouble, time is of the essence. Here are three common signs that the septic system is having trouble. Reacting quickly and enlisting the help of local septic tank services can mean the difference between a minor hiccup and a major disaster. 

Foul Odors

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Given what the septic system does, it's probably no surprise that odors are present when things go bad. Septic systems deal with human waste, greywater, and drainage on a property. Under normal circumstances, the odors that these waste streams generate are sealed off. When odors become apparent, it is a sign that something is wrong. 

Most often, the foul odors will be perceived in one of two places. Indoors, sewer gasses may be allowed to leak backward into the home when the septic tank backs up. Conversely, if sewer gasses smell outdoors, the tank is clogged and overflowing, or the lateral lines are overwhelmed. 

Slow Draining

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Another sign that the septic tank is in trouble is slow draining, especially from toilets. As septic tanks faithfully do their dirty jobs, some sediment gets formed that sinks to the bottom of the tank. This sediment restricts flow through the tank for several years and can cause sewage to back up inside the sewer pipes. This gives wastewater nowhere to go. 

Experts recommend that septic tank pumping be done every five years on average. This is often enough to prevent problems but not so often that the service is done needlessly. Additionally, this also will take care of any slow drainage problems. 

Sewage Backup

A full-blown sewage backup is likely when slow draining reaches the worst-case scenario. When sewage backs up into the home, it starts with toilets and floor drains. Because the tank is chock full of sewage, wastewater can flow out sewer pipes and plumbing fixtures, leaving a nasty mess on the home's floors. When this happens, emergency septic cleaning is the only choice. 

To prevent this nasty situation, always pay attention to the signs that the septic tank is struggling. At the first sign of trouble, enlist the help of a professional to pump the septic tank or troubleshoot for other problems. 

About Capital City Septic Services

Capital City Septic Services is the local septic tank service expert. They offer competitive prices and don't charge overtime fees for weekend work. Call today for polite and professional septic pumping and service in Tallahassee, FL. 

Contact Information:

Capital City Septic Services

706 Flagg St.
Tallahassee, FL 32305
United States

Darrell Jones
(850) 536-6919
https://capitalcityseptic.com

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