Septic System Repairs
in Fond du Lac, WI

Common signs that there is something wrong with your septic system include:

• Slow-draining sinks and toilets.
• Sewage backup in the house.
• Strong odors around the septic tank or drainfield.
• Lush green, spongy grass appearing over the drainfield.

Liquid observed in the drain field usually indicates that the soil absorption capability of the drain field is reduced, and ponding is progressing.  The ponding state of a drain field is usually a slowly developing condition.

Septic tanks can last up to 25 years when well maintained. That said, factors such as your system type and maintenance routine can have a significant impact on the overall lifespan of your system. Failing to get your septic system maintained on a regular basis can dramatically reduce its expected service life.

Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (POWTS) are decentralized sewage treatment systems, commonly known as septic systems, used to treat wastewater where public sewers are unavailable. Regulated heavily in Wisconsin (DSPS/DNR), they require regular maintenance—typically pumping and inspection every 3 years—to protect public health, groundwater, and surface water from contamination.

Effluent is liquid waste that flows out of the septic tank into the drainfield.