To keep your septic system running properly regular maintenance is a must. Septic system maintenance is often compared to regular automobile maintenance because it can save you a lot of money and significantly prolong the life of the system. Annual inspections of your septic system are recommended to ensure that it is working properly and to determine when it should be pumped. A professional plumber can do a thorough inspection of the septic tank and check for cracked pipes and other parts of the system.
Septic tanks are fairly simple in terms of construction, which means there isn’t that many ways for them to develop problems. Even so, you will run into the occasional repair need with your septic tank if you have it for long enough. Problems usually occur when a septic tank has not been properly maintained. When sewage backs up into your house or pungent odors overcome the backyard, that means something is wrong with your septic system.
Sometimes, no amount of repairs is enough to restore your septic tank to proper operating condition. When that happens, there isn’t much else to do but have it replaced. Replacing a septic tank is not an easy thing, and definitely not something that even the most knowledgeable DYI homeowner should tackle. Septic tanks need to be installed by a professional plumber who can ensure it is set up properly to break down organic waste from the home in the correct place and process. If a septic tank is installed incorrectly it could cost thousands of dollars in repairs and damage to your property. Aside from the obvious problems that might arise from incorrect installation, like improper drainage and clogging, you may end up contaminating the entire surrounding area with hazardous material. It is best to leave septic tank installation to the highly trained technicians at Allstar Plumbing in San Jose so you can have peace of mind and keep costs down. We offer a full range of septic tank services throughout the area.
