Symptoms of system overload

Warning signals of septic system problems include:

• Sluggish toilet flushing
• Plumbing backups
• Gurgling sounds in the plumbing
• Ground is boggy or wet over soil treatment area (system not working)
• Odors inside or outside ( tank / drains not vented or tank not emptied regularly)
• Low spots in the area over soil treatment system
• Tank rapidly fills up after emptying (water running back into tank from effluent disposal system)

Remember, every litre or gallon of water going into the septic system must go through the soil treatment system, which has a limited capacity to remove pollutants and bacteria. With proper installation and maintenance, your septic system can function well for many years.

For further impartial advice on any problems associated with all types of sewage and effluent treatment contact Johnston Smith Consulting - The Independent Specialists.