subject: The Pros Make Septic Repair in Rockdale County Easy [print this page] Author: Luke Roberts Author: Luke Roberts
If you got hit with the floods last fall, then you know how difficult the recovery has been for many. Septic repair in Rockdale County has been an unfortunate reality for many homeowners. If you are among those who are trying to get back to a normal existence but keep having problems with your septic system, it may be that you require some unexpected repairs.
Repairs Require Expertise
If you plan to remove your old system and start fresh, most septic companies can manage the job, assuming they are qualified. To repair a system that is already in the ground takes more experience and a better understanding of what makes an effective wastewater disposal unit.
The effects of the flooding reached far beyond the obvious ones of saturated ground and missing tank covers. For some older systems, especially those with concrete tanks, the moving soil, compaction and shifting created cracks within the walls of the tanks themselves.
Additionally, with things moving about underground, baffles, intake and outtake points and the complex tubing of the leach field may have shifted or worse, gotten filled with debris. None of these issues are easy to repair and they require an in-depth knowledge of septic system to make repairs without having to replace all the major components.
Where Proper Repairs Should Start
The very first action you are going to want to see your septic specialist take is a walk around your property. Hopefully you have a scale drawing that shows where all the parts of your system lie; this makes an evaluation easier to complete. The technician is looking for areas that have remained unusually damp or have sunk more than seems normal. These are indications of a leak or a failing leach field.
Next, the tank will be located and the lid removed for a quick visual inspection. If a leach field problem is suspected, dye may be added to the tank and an evaluation will be completed the next day.
If your technician suspects a tank leak, the tank will be emptied out, something that should be done after a flood in any case. The tank may be power washed and then inspected from the inside to ensure that no cracks are present or that any cracks can be repaired.
Finally, the baffles, intake and outlet should be evaluated. Most tanks have separate access points that allow a technician to check these critical components from the outside without having to take anything apart. As long as everything looks clean, you shouldnt need to consider replacement.
The Next Steps
Once the whole system has been properly inspected and the trouble spots are identified, you and your technician can sit down and find the best way to get your system repaired. A good septic service will realize that providing good service when you are over a barrel will ensure customers for life and they will go out of their way to do a good job at a price you can both live with.
It is rare that an entire system will need to be removed and replaced. Catching problems as early as possible can prevent greater expenses down the road.About the Author:
The floods have barely begun to recede, but if you own a septic system, your troubles may just be starting. Shady operators are always waiting in the wings to profit from someone elses misery. A reputable septic company like A Town Septic will give you straight answers and help you get your system running again.
