Rain and Septic Drain Fields – The True Effects

There are some misconceptions on the relationship between heavy rain and saturated septic leach fields. So in this blog, we'll discuss these falsehoods and provide you with factual information you can utilize in the future. The truth is, if a septic system is failing, heavy amounts of rain will only accentuate the problem, making the failure more noticeable. The heavy rain isn't the real culprit; it's really the failed septic [...]

How to Repair Septic Systems Using Septic Drainer

Hello, it's your friends at Septic Drainer here. In this post, we'd like to share information and steps to take that will explain how to repair septic systems using our Septic Drainer line of products. First, some context. Did you know that according to the U.S. EPA, 90% of septic failures are in the drain field, leach field or seepage pit? Did you also know that there are many types [...]

Flooded Leach Fields And Why You Shouldn’t Put Off Repairs

One of the worst scenarios is waking up to the sight and smell of flooded leach fields or flooded septic fields. You may be the type of person who normally (like the rest of us) puts off septic repairs as long as possible. Well, here are three reasons why you do not want to ignore flooded leach fields or flooded septic fields: Failure is an option. The biggest reason why [...]

Wet Spots In The Yard: Prevent Them With Simple Septic System Maintenance

Ever notice there are wet spots in your yard during or after a heavy rain, or after your septic system has had a lot of use? Those wet spots are usually because your septic drain field is not draining properly. Over time a layer of soil forms, which is called hard pan. Hard pan is formed from combining sodium and soil, which later causes septic failures. There are a couple [...]

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