May 24, 2016
The rainy season is here in Orlando. Those afternoon storms can really impact your septic tank and drain field. Many of our clients at Orlando Septic Service call us about problems they are having with their septic system after a heavy rain.
After a few heavy downpours here in Central Florid, the ground around the drain field can quickly become flooded. This can make it difficult to for the water to properly flow out of the septic tank. Leaving the home owner with slow drains and even waste backing up into their home. It can also lead environmental contamination, with untreated sewage finding its way into the ground water and surrounding lakes.
Take these steps to protect your investment and health
Before the rainy season starts, have your septic system inspected and tank pumped out if is necessary. Small problems can quickly become big ones during the rainy season. Your best defense is a properly maintained septic system.
Try and reduce the amount of water going into the drain field by directing rain gutters and runoff water away from the septic area.
Driving vehicles or equipment over the drain field can compact the soil, reducing its ability to work properly.
If you think your drain field is really soggy or even flooded, the toilet and drains are slow, water backing up, or hear strange noises, it can indicate your system is experiencing a significant amount of stress. Contact the professionals at Orlando Septic Services and try and reduce your water usage, put off doing the laundry or even the dishes until the drain field dries out.
The rainy season can cause havoc on your septic system. Just by having your system properly maintained, inspected and tank pumped before the rainy season sets in can save you a ton of money and frustration!
Contact Orlando Septic System, we provide a full resource for all your septic tank and waste management needs. We are committed to providing the very best quality and customer service. Orlando Septic Service is an environmentally friendly company serving Central Florida for 23 years. We are a licensed septic contractor certified with the State of Florida. Earning our reputation as an honest and reliable waste management business in the Seminole, Lake, Volushia and Orange County areas.
