Importance of Septic Tank Maintenance for Optimal Functionality

Looking after waste management systems like septic tanks is so important to make sure not only are they functioning to the best of their ability but also so you can ensure they aren’t struggling with any issues. A lack of maintenance can create issues and also mean that existing problems are not being identified and resolved, allowing them to get worse. In this post, we look at five different septic tank problems, the impacts they can have, and why they need to be resolved.

Sewage Backup

Firstly, the nature of your septic tank is to deal with waste. You want to ensure that your septic tank is in its best condition to contain your sewage properly and avoid problems such as sewage backups into your home. Not only is this an incredibly unpleasant experience, but it can also damage your belongings, and of course, it’s very unhygienic.

If your living spaces are contaminated with sewage, then there is a health risk to you and other occupants in the house. Making sure you are getting regular maintenance for your tank, such as a septic tank pump out service, can help keep your tank in a better condition.

Odd Sounds and Foul Smells

If your septic tank is not working or being cared for properly, the results may include an attack on some of your senses. Other septic tank problems in Essex could include things like gurgling sounds, which while initially does not seem like a big issue, can, firstly, become a very annoying noise, but most importantly could be an indication of another problem and that your tank is struggling to do its job.

Foul odours can also be emitted from your septic tank, again indicating that something is malfunctioning. Being surrounded by the smell of sewage continuously can create uncomfortable living conditions for you and any visitors.

Environmental Concerns

Septic tank problems in Essex don’t just affect you and your home but could also have environmental effects. When your septic tank isn’t able to contain the sewage properly or doesn’t receive a septic tank pump out service regularly, it could lead to sewage leaks. These leaks could contaminate the surrounding ground and nearby bodies of water.

The contaminants, chemicals and pathogens in the untreated waste pollute these areas and could harm wildlife and humans if a drinking water supply is contaminated. So you can see septic tank problems in Essex can have a much wider effect, and so it’s incredibly important to keep your tanks well-maintained.

Slow Drainage

Neglecting a septic tank pump out service and other general maintenance services could lead to your tank clogging up and becoming blocked. One of the septic tank problems in Essex that this can lead to is slow drainage, and while it may not seem like a big problem, it is incredibly inconvenient and can also be highly unsanitary; plus, the longer the blockages are in place, and no maintenance or repairs are arranged the more damage can occur on the tank system and lead to further problems, like those we have discussed in this blog.

Structural Damage

Another example of septic tank problems in Essex includes structural damage. If maintenance or things like a septic tank pump out service are not provided regularly enough, you may find the tank itself starts to become damaged. When the tank structure is damaged, this can lead to leaks, which in turn can cause damage to the surrounding soil’s structural integrity, affecting its stability and creating a mushy, weak consistency, which could be a problem for present or future building foundations.

Why Call FC Drainage Solutions?

If you think you need a septic tank pump-out service to help you avoid these kinds of septic tank problems in Essex as much as possible, then FC Drainage Solutions is here to help. We have tanker experts ready to help you with septic tank emptying and cleaning services, and you can trust that we are experts and have the knowledge and equipment to complete these tasks to a first-class standard.

As well as our tanker experts, we also have drainage, plumbing and heating professionals ready to help you if you are struggling with your drains or plumbing systems. Call us today on 0800 002 9522 or 01279 730828, email operations@fcdrainagesolutions.co.uk or message via the contact form to speak with our team.