Warning Signs You Need Septic Tank Repair

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We at Sauer Septic have been working in the septic industry since 1980, and we have dealt with more than a few septic emergencies in the past 40+ years. While our crew has the right knowledge and experience to provide effective, reliable septic tank repair services, we also know you would prefer to avoid the need for these services if possible. In this article, our team will go over a few early warning signs that you need septic tank repair—if you notice any of the following issues, give us a call so our experts can correct the problem before it gets worse.

Warning Signs You Need Septic Tank Repair

  • Slow Drains – One warning sign you need septic repair is slow drains. If water is starting to linger in your sink, tub, or shower rather than draining away quickly, or if your toilets are taking longer to empty, then we encourage you to give us a call to schedule a septic inspection. Our team will examine your system to determine what is causing the problem, and we’ll provide the solution you need.
  • Sewage Odors – Another sign you need septic repair services is an odor of sewage anywhere on your property. If you start to smell a foul odor inside your home or out in your yard, you have a septic tank problem, and we encourage you to call us right away so we can take care of it.
  • Wet Grass – A third sign you need septic tank repair services can be seen by paying attention to your yard. If you notice patches that always seem to be wet, even when it hasn’t rained recently, it means you have a leak somewhere in your septic system. This issue can also manifest as patches of grass becoming noticeably greener and lusher because a leak from your septic tank is fertilizing it. In either case, call our team as soon as possible to get the repair services you need.