Owning a septic tank has many benefits, but one major drawback of the system is regular septic services. It is a consistent expense that is vitally important to your septic system’s ability to function. However, you may wonder what would happen if you consistently ignored septic services. Here are a few of the things that will happen if you put off septic services.
● Drain Field: You will notice a few changes to your drain field. At first, you will notice the grass being particularly green and lush, but as more time passes it can start smelling worse and worse. At some point untreated waste will seep through, rendering your drain field unusable.
● Pipes: As the septic tank becomes fuller it will struggle to move waste around. This can lead to the pipes getting clogged and needing to be replaced. It will also lead to more minor inconveniences like drains draining slower. It may also start to smell as wastewater may start to back up back into your home.
● The Tank: The tank itself is a contained ecosystem that needs to be maintained properly. If it is not pumped regularly then it will have a lower capacity. If it is ignored thoroughly, it can stop functioning at all and can lead to serious repairs in the future.
Ignoring septic services is not a good idea, because it can be so hard on the septic system. Make sure to always get regular septic services in order to keep your septic system running smoothly and have a long life.
