Do you have a sewer gas odor with your septic system? Wonder what the cause is?  Where on the property are the odors strongest? Downdrafts causing odors? Cold weather can cause downdrafts from a building plumbing vent stack – if this is the case the odors would probably vary by wind conditions and would... Read More

If a septic tank is operating properly, solids are retained and take up increasingly more volume. Eventually, they must be removed! If there is little accumulation of solids, either the household has limited usage or there is a problem causing solids to pass through the tank. When there is little clear zone left, proper solids... Read More

The first priority when dealing with the aftermath of a large sewage backup is your safety. You should contact your insurance company, prior to beginning clean up, to determine if the policy has any coverage. You should also shut off the gas and electricity, if you have standing water. Thorough cleaning of indoor sewage spills... Read More

In this time of uncertainty, we want to remind you that your septic system isn’t able to handle high amounts of toilet paper, wipes and excessive bleach! Septic system maintenance isn’t just about regular checkups and inspections. It also depends on your household’s overall water usage and habits. And, as you probably already know, this... Read More

After a long wet winter, most of us are ready to get out into our yards as spring approaches. However, rainy season is among us. Everyone knows that April showers bring May flowers, but did you know that April showers can greatly impact your septic system? After a heavy rain, septic problems can be common.... Read More

  I don’t know about you, but I am ready for warm weather! However, it appears winter is upon us for awhile. Dropping temperatures during the winter can play havoc with your septic system. We want you to be able to get through the winter with the least amount of septic system issues as possible.... Read More

Do I pump my septic tank during flooded or saturated drain field conditions? No! At best, pumping the tank is only a temporary solution. Under worst conditions, pumping it out could cause the tank to try to float out of the ground and may damage the inlet and outlet pipes. The best solution is to plug... Read More

A sewer gas odor can come from your household septic system or the sanitary sewer system. If you notice a foul smell that is causing a problem in your home, it may be sewer gas. WHAT IS SEWER GAS? Sewer gas is a complex mixture of toxic and non-toxic gasses that can be present at... Read More