Every septic system consists of two main parts, the tank and the drain field. Some systems have additional components, but these two are a fundamental requirement. The drain field of a septic system is where liquid effluent goes to be filtered before the water is gradually allowed to seep back into the ground. In this article, our team at Marion Pumper will go over a few ways to tell if your drain field needs to be repaired.
- Odors – One sign you require drain field repair is the presence of foul odors in your yard. If your property starts to smell like sewage, it means you definitely have a septic problem and should call our team right away. This problem is often caused by a blockage in the drain field, which causes liquid effluent to overflow into your yard, giving off its foul smell.
- Lush Grass – Another sign you need drain field repair is unusually green or lush patches of grass. If parts of your lawn become noticeably greener and fuller than others, especially if this happens in the area over the drain field, then it means there is probably a sewage leak somewhere in your system.
- Wet Patches – Similarly, if you notice parts of your yard have become persistently wet and muddy, it’s likely you need drain field repair. The wet patches are probably being caused by water leaking out of the pipes of the drain field. If this happens to your property, we encourage you to call us right away so our technicians can provide the effective repairs you need.
If you notice any of these signs, contact us right away for a drain field repair service.