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Orlando Failing Septic System; What Are The Signs & How To Avoid It
Here at Orlando Septic Services, we get a lot of questions about waste management. A popular one is, How do I know if my septic system if failing? As well as, What happens during a septic system inspection According to the EPA: What are common signs of a failing septic system? Water and sewage from toilets, drains, and sinks backing up into the home’s plumbing Bathtubs, showers, and sinks draining very slowly Gurgling sounds in the plumbing system Standing water or damp spots near or over the septic tank or drainfield Sewage odors around the septic tank or drainfield Bright green, spongy lush grass over the septic tank or drainfield, even during dry weather Straight pipe discharging untreated wastewater to the ground surface Algae blooms in nearby lakes or waterbodies High levels of nitrates or coliform bacteria in surface waters or drinking water wells What should I expect in a [...]
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03/02/2017 Some Central Florida septic tank pumping, lift station, and grease tap cleaning, may be illegally dumping! From grease, raw sewage to partially treated waste. This ends up costing everyone, the restauranteurs, tax payer, and home owner. "The improper storage and disposal of raw sewage can harm the health [...]
