10/10/2017
Many homeowners in Central Florida experienced severe rain during hurricane Irma. The sustained rain affected many septic systems. Now several of them are experiencing flooded drainfields, backed up septic systems, slow drains, and raw sewage coming up through the bathtubs.
Flooded Drainfield
During times of heavy rain the soil in and around the drain field becomes over saturated with water. This can make it just about impossible for the water to properly flow out of the septic tank. Which means waste water from your septic tank will not be able to flow out to the drain field like normal.
With nowhere to go, the wastewater will stay in the septic tank. Accumulating until the septic tank is full.
A full septic tank, a flooded drain field, and more waste water going down the drain can cause disaster! Waste water backing up into the drains, sinks, and bathtub!
During times of heavy rains, be cautious about how much water is going down the drain. If they become slow or your septic system is showing signs of problems, it is important to call the professionals at Orlando Septic Service. Avoid using commercial septic cleaning products, they can cause harm to both your plumbing pipes and septic system.
In extreme cases, such as hurricane Irma, your septic system may experience problems and may need to be pumped to avoid further problems.
To reduce stress on the septic system, reduce the amount of water going into the drain field from restricting water usage inside the home and by directing rain gutters and runoff water away from the septic area.
Don’t drive vehicles or equipment over the drain field can compact the soil, reducing its ability to work properly.
Contact the Orlando Septic Service, we are an environmentally friendly company serving the Central Florida are for over 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.
