PROBLEM: SEWAGE BACKS UP INTO HOUSE AND/OR PLUMBING FIXTURES DON’T DRAIN OR ARE SLUGGISH

Risks:

Human contact with sewage is a serious public health risk. Many waterborne diseases exist in household sewage.

Potential Causes:

  • Excess water entering system
  • Improper plumbing
  • Blockage in plumbing
  • Improper operation
  • Pump failure
  • Improper system design
  • Roots Clogging pipes
  • Improper venting
  • A portion of the system is frozen

Potential Remedies:

  • Fix leaks/vents
  • Install water-saving fixtures
  • Stop using garbage disposal
  • Pump septic tank and check pump(s)
  • Replace broken or cracked pipes and remove roots
  • Avoid planting willow, poplar, maple, and elm trees near system
  • Seal pipe connections
  • Hire a professional to thaw the system