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Leach Field Cleaner treats Bio Mat And Hard Pan

Posted on by Mark Reynolds

The Best Leach Field Clearner must solve your underlying causes of Leach Field failure to be effective. Many products solve the symptoms of Leach Field Problems such as excessive organinc overloading or the formation of Bio-Mat but does not solve the reason your system does not drain. Does the product or products your looking to purchase solve both Hard Pan Soil issues such as Organic Material or Bio-Mat issues?

Here is a link to help you under stand what causes Septic Leach Field Failures

https://www.septicdrainer.com/why-drain-fields-fail/

Here is a short Video that will give you a better understanding of how your septic system works

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVpkf6mZcAw

Visit us at https://www.septicdrainer.com for more information.

David Stewart (VT Soil Scientest) of Dominion Septic Inc in Virginia 

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Recognizing The Last Stage of Septic System Failure

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The last stage of septic system failure is when the rotting sewage creates hydrogen sulfide gas which erodes concrete. That’s why you’ll often see an eroded distribution box when you dig up a failed system.

It is a widely know fact that the rotting sewage that creates Hydrogen Sulfide gases erodes concrete Distribution boxes and Septic Tanks.

Today, distribution boxes and septic tanks are made out of plastic, so if you find your distribution box eroded, just replace it, flush out your drain pipes and add four gallons of Septic Drainer evenly in your drain lines. Septic Drainer is a soil conditioner that opens soil that no longer drains. To learn more go to www.septicdrainer.com

Steps to Take

Keeping your system’s biological processes healthy is achieved using our Bio-Septic Boost. Bio-Septic Boost is an all-natural compound that stimulates the biological activity of natural bacteria by 30%-40%.

We recommend to maintain your septic system is to have your entire system pumped and inspected. Call or email your professional today to get on their schedule. Be sure to ask upfront for a written report with photos of all your structures.

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The Top Four Signs of Drain Field Failure

Posted on by Mark Reynolds

Hey, it’s Mark Reynolds here, to teach you how to diagnose whether your septic drain field has failed. There are typically clear signs of septic drain field failure. Once you understand these, you’ll be better prepared to take action in the event of septic system failure.

These are the four most common signs of septic drain field failure:

1.) Sluggish outside house drains

2.) Foul odors outside

3.) Saturated Leach Fields

4.) Liquid sewage running back to your tank after pumping

It is estimated that 25% of all septic leach fields have failed, or are failing, as we speak. So that begs the question: When was the last time you had your septic system pumped? When was the last time you performed preventative maintenance? You may be long overdue for a system overhaul.

We have a saying in the septic business: If your septic system is telling you it’s time to pump, your leach field is in failure mode. Don’t wait until your leach field reaches this critical stage. Take a proactive approach now and save thousands in leach field repair costs later.

Order Septic Drainer and Bio-Septic Boost today to keep your system working as it should! Our complete care package is the ideal solution for all septic systems.

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Water Softeners and Septic Systems

Posted on by Mark Reynolds

Hey, it’s Mark Reynolds here, to talk about water softeners and the salt brine that discharges into your septic system.

Water softeners are whole-house filtration systems that remove calcium and magnesium from your water supply through a process called ion exchange. These are the same minerals that cause water hardness and its negative effects in your home. Unfortunately the byproduct of the process is sodium, which can cause septic issues.

It’s a little-known fact that salt can affect the performance of your septic system’s drain field. When salt combines with the soil, especially in clay soil, it binds up causing Hard Pan, preventing liquid percolation. This condition is called hard pan soil. The average homeowner discharges 56 pounds of sodium in a septic system’s drain field per year. Water softeners will further add to the sodium problem.

Adding a soil conditioner like Septic Drainer prevents hard pan soil conditions, as well septic drain field failure from hard pan soil. So if you have a water softener, we recommend adding a gallon of Septic Drainer to your toilet or tank. This will offset the additional sodium released into your septic system, keeping your drain field working just as it should.

Visit www.septicdrainer.com and Bio-Septic Boost or call 518-812-0000

Thank you,
Mark Reynolds

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Biomat is caused by Annerobic Bacteria

Posted on by Mark Reynolds

What Is Bio-Mat?

Biomat is the black, slimy dirt found over a septic system. (See the photo above.) It is a byproduct of anaerobic bacteria and it is the culprit that gives off that pungent septic system smell.

According to inspectapedia.com, bio-mat “is a bacteria layer which forms in soil below and around drain field trenches where septic effluent or wastewater is discharged. This layer is critical in the processing of fine biological solids and pathogens which are in the effluent. Without it, the septic system would not be adequately treating the effluent. Inadequately-treated effluent released into the ground risks contamination of nearby ponds, wells, streams, etc. A similar layer also forms around drywells used to accept graywater from buildings.”

Inspectapedia.com continues, “The septic tank discharges septic effluent (or onsite wastewater), into a soil absorption system (or drain field, seepage pit, or cesspool). If it’s working properly, it should have retained all large solids. The soil absorption system, or ‘SAS,’ further treats the effluent to reduce the level of biological solids and pathogens, in order to reach an acceptable level for further movement of the liquid into the remaining soils. Inadequate treatment of effluent would mean that sewage and pathogens would be discharged into and contaminate nearby ground water.”

Bio-mat is a significant sign of septic drain field failure, but it’s not the reason for the failure. Learn more about the real reason septic systems fail by going to septicdrainer.com. Our site offers great tips and information, as well as an exclusive blog with the latest trends and insights.

Give Septic Drainer a call at 518-812-0000 and also be sure to try another of our great products, Bio-Septic Boost!

Septic Repair: How To Choose The Right One For The Job

Posted on by Mark Reynolds

Septic Repair Products

Choosing the right septic repair products for the correct applications is vital. The highest percentage of septic repair products sold today don’t address the underlying septic drain field problem; they are products such as bacteria, that work on a symptom of septic drain field failure called bio-mat. That’s only a partial solution to a much more extensive underlying problem.

When the air flow stops in the soil of the septic drain field, aerobic bacteria turns into anaerobic bacteria, creating Bio-mat. Hardpan soil, created when clay-based soil mixes with salts, causes this drainage problem. The process creates a thin layer of soil that prevents wastewater from draining, causing septic drain field failure. That’s why you need to treat the bio-mat and hardpan soil in order to restore function to your septic system.

Using four gallons of Septic Drainer poured directly in the septic drain field pipes is recommended. Septic Drainer can repair a septic drain field and you can help to maintain that septic drain field by adding a gallon every six months directly in your toilet. It will both save you thousands of dollars in septic drain field repair costs.

Also, be sure to use another of our great products, Bio-Septic Boost!

Septic System Warning Signs You Don’t Want To Ignore

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septic system warning signsYour septic system is responsible for the treatment of wastewater from your home. Think you need septic system treatment or repair, but aren’t quite sure? Here are four septic system warning signs and symptoms that you do:

  1. Water: When you need septic system treatment, you might start to see water pool up in certain places of your yard. Typically this happens near your drain field and tank, but this flooding can happen anywhere.
  2. Slow Drains: Drains that run slowly are a sign that your septic system needs treatment. If your drains suddenly slow down, it’s probably a good idea to get your septic system treated and repaired before failure occurs.
  3. Smells: As your septic system fills up and backs up, it may start to emit foul odors. Unpleasant smells can be a sign that you need septic system treatment and repair.
  4. Very Green Grass: The grass on top of your drain field should look the same as the grass in the rest of your yard. If your drain field grass is extremely luscious and green, it’s probably time to get your septic system treated with Septic Drainer. Also try another of our great products, Bio-Septic Boost.

If you notice any of these septic system warning signs, make sure you don’t put off septic system treatment. For more information, give us a call today.

Six Common Septic Drain Field Problems

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With so many things that can cause septic drain field problems, and to avoid septic drain field repair, the best course of action when you suspect septic problems is to properly clean and maintain your drain field with Septic Drainer. Here are just a few septic drain field repair issues that could be disrupting your septic system:

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  • It’s past due for pumping or septic drain field maintenance services. It is important to be on a regular schedule for septic tank maintenance to maintain the health of your septic system.
  • Tree roots. Trees can have root systems that go far beyond what a homeowner expected when they first planted a tree seedling. Roots can infiltrate a septic drain field and really cause a lot of trouble. Roots even tend to grow toward drain fields because it is their job to find water for the tree.

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  • Grease. Homeowners should avoid putting grease down drains when they have septic systems, as the grease can cut off the oxygen in the drain field, making it unable to perform its function.
  • Outdated. Septic systems put in many years ago were not designed to handle the capacity of today’s modern homes and large families. Outdated septic systems may fail, and Septic Drainer can add years of life here.

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  • Sludge Overload. Septic systems are more than just a tank for waste. They are a balanced system that uses bacteria to reduce sludge and sulfite buildup. Today’s households often use strong household cleaners that upset this balance and lead to septic drain field problems.
  • Vehicle Damage. The drain field and its associated piping are not built to sustain weight and can become easily damaged by vehicles parking on them. Even if the vehicle does not collapse the system, it can compact the soil causing drain field problems.

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