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Flooding

3 Things to Do When Your Septic System is Flooded

With thunderstorm season on the way, the likelihood that your septic tank will flood is rising. For that reason, it is critical to keep a watchful eye for signs of a flooded system. If you notice that drains are emptying slowly, you may have a problem.

Do not pump. Reduce water use instead

When flooding arrives, many people like to pump. However, if the ground is truly waterlogged, pumping could result in further damage to the tank.

What Can I Plant Over My Drainfield?

Some homeowners sabotage septic systems by improper landscaping. Ununified choices for land use can result in poor utilization of drain fields. Maintaining your septic system requires you to avoid poor plant choices like: