Rain, Rain, Go Away From My Tank!
Here in the northern states, we’re pretty good about winterizing our systems for the coldest months. But did you know that the rain can affect your septic system as well? We get into warmer months and think we’re out of the woods, but heavy rain can cause problems for you if you aren’t careful. Heavy rainfall may flood the ground around your drainfield. This makes it impossible for water to flow out of your system. The result of this is that it will cause the water to travel backward through your system and into your home! A flooded drainfield can also result in sewage flowing into the groundwater and local water sources. This puts the environment at serious contamination risk. Don’t worry! There are things you can do to minimize these risks. Follow these few tips through the rainy season and you can help avert these issues from your tank. Before a Heavy Rainfall: Make sure that your tank is in fine working order. It is wise to have your tank inspected regularly to make sure everything is working correctly. Try to direct runoff water from your home away from your drainfield. Keep your gutters clean and make sure the