Septic field smells and odors are becoming more common in residential drain fields due to harsh chemicals and the wide spread use of antibacterial cleaning products. Antibacterial hand soaps, wipes and shampoos kill off the coli form beneficial bacteria our bodies produce. These natural occurring bacteria are essential in the septic tank digestion process reducing … Read more
Many people call in complaining about sewer odors coming from their bathroom or kitchen area which can pose a health issue along with the horrible smell. Sluggish septic systems tend to build up gas pressures as a byproduct of decomposition within the septic tank. When levels are too high within the system, gases compress and … Read more
Septic tank backups are a home owner’s worst nightmare. When a septic system backs up into your home, it can potentially cost you thousands in repairs not to mention the disgusting odors and the mess you will need to contend with. When a septic system overflows into a home, the damage can range from a … Read more
Odors caused by a septic tank are a sure sign your system is in trouble or may be failing. Septic odors can originate from the septic tank, drain field or the toilet bowl in your home. Over use of water can dilute vital coli form bacteria causing solids that usually digest in the septic tank … Read more
Choosing a septic safe toilet paper can be a daunting task if you don’t know what to look for. In determining a septic safe septic tank toilet for your home, first, make a list of the brands that you would most likely choose. Look for key words on the packaging like “dissolves fast” or “quickly … Read more
Have you noticed black stains or damp areas producing odors over your septic tank and drain field? This can be a sure sign that your septic system is not functioning properly and may even be a sign that the system and the drain field is failing all together. Anti bacterial products such as hand soaps, … Read more
For home owners living in a flood zone, the possibility of flooding will always exist as it currently does for residence along the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers. Protecting your septic system is just one of the issues concerning these residences. Never pump out a septic tank before or during a flood. The system can become … Read more
Septic tank odors are a sure sign of septic tank problems. When a septic tank system or a sewer drain line is producing septic odors, it can be a direct result of sewer line blockage or septic tank and leach field problems. The most common cause of septic tank odors is a system that is … Read more
Septic system odor emitting from your septic tank can present a danger to your family and for the environment. Septic system waste is toxic and can spread disease. If you are experiencing bad odors, take immediate action to solve the problem. The practice of using a septic tank maintenance bacterial additive can extend the life … Read more
There are many reasons a septic tank and drain field can become odorous. The following is a list of the most common. 1) Septic Tank is full and needs to be pumped out. 2) Lack of bacteria in the system. System requires bacterial additives. 3) Too much washing machine water going to the system. … Read more