Signs You Need Septic Tank Cleaning

For a busy property owner such as yourself, maintaining a septic tank is not always on top of your to-do list. But while this may be the case, septic tanks do need to be periodically cleaned to avoid any untoward issues. To make this less stressful than it has to be, Las Vegas Septic Service has compiled a list of what to look out for and indications that you need to schedule a septic tank pumping in Las Vegas, NV.

Unpleasant Odors

If you catch a whiff of sewage even if you’re not anywhere near the area of your buried septic tank or disposal field, your system could be overdue for a professional septic tank cleaning. A pungent stench coming from your sink, shower, and bathtub drains could also point to the need for prompt system inspection and maintenance.

Slow Drains and Flushing Issues

Unusual sounds or visible sloshing when a toilet is flushed or when water flows through a drain might be a sign of a problematic fixture, partially obstructed piping, or hidden septic system issues. Septic systems that are close to overflowing or that have a blocked filter or valve often exhibit these noticeable warning signals in advance of more severe problems.

Sewage Back-ups

A back-up of sewage from a septic tank into the residence or business that it serves is a certain sign that the tank has become completely filled with water, paper and waste material. Immediate septic tank maintenance and pumping are needed to prevent possible damage to property and sanitation issues due to contact with unsanitary wastewater.

Call Now

The ideal time to call on us for septic services is before a serious back-up occurs. Most systems should be pumped at least every two to five years. The required pumping frequency is based heavily on system age, usage levels, soil and drainage conditions and other factors.

Contact Las Vegas Septic Service to request routine or septic tank pumping.