Nature is something we can only do so much to prepare for. It is always in control, whether we like it or not. This can come in the form of floods, freezing temperatures, and dangerously strong winds! This can take its toll on your home in regards to how things are working. In this article, we will take a look at what happens to your septic tank in case of flooding and if you will be in need of septic services.
Flooding is something you really can’t prepare for, as water is extremely heavy in large quantities, and it decides where it goes unless there is a very stable and strong protective measure. If it gets to the point where it interrupts the septic tanks operations, then you will need septic services to resolve the issue.
So, how can a septic tank be compromised by flooding?
Entry Through the Lid
If the lid is not secured tight enough to the tank or there are small cracks, water can enter the tank, filling it up quicker and disrupting how the tanks perform. If it gets to this point, the flooding will, of course, be rather high.
Entry Through the Outdoor Drainage Pipes
Water collected from guttering, outdoor drainage all goes to the septic tank, and if there is lots of rain, the septic tank may not be able to deal with the inflow of water being fed into the tank, causing it to cease.
Over Saturated Drain Field
This the hardest problem to prevent as the drain field can potentially be a large area, which makes it more difficult to protect. Drain fields are essentially flat areas of grassland, which makes them ideal spots for water to stay, and if there is a large influx of water from a flood, then it is very likely that the septic tank will not be able to eject its contents, causing a complete failure of the system.
It is vital to remember that the septic tank can be a hazard to health due to the contents of which are fed into the tank. So, having an overflowing or blocked tank should be dealt with complete care.
If you are in this position you will need to acquire septic services and, at Jones Septic Services, we can offer you a great service at an affordable price to resolve your septic issues in an efficient manner.
