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Septic System Odors

March 1, 2017/in Bob Silva, emergency services, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, preventative maintenance, septic cleaning, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic system maintenance

Septic system odors can have many causes. Some can be minor, others more serious. In cold weather, the causes can vary. Pinpointing the source of the smell is usually the first step. Downdrafts from the vent pipe on the roof may cause odor, but would vary with weather conditions and wind and subside as the day warms.

There could be a problem with a frozen drainfield, blocked tank inlet or outlet, or other blocked pipes. Backup may occur in the home if this is the case. Check the lowest drain in the system first. Call a professional right away if you suspect this is the problem.

Long, persistent odors and wet spots over the tank and drainfield could mean septic system failure. Check for effluent outside and wet spots where the grass may be particularly lush.

Does it smell right near the house? Broken pipes or leaky pipes could account for this. Effluent could be leaking out of the pipe and running along the pipe trench rather than through the pipe itself. Blocked pipes could also be the problem forcing the sewage back toward the home.

The best course of action is to call a professional right away. Septic Preservation Services have 24 hour emergency services as well as trained septic professionals to evaluate the problem and make any necessary repairs, which could save money down the road and prevent septic failure.

Call them at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Septic Preservation Services Performs Septic Repairs

February 27, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, norton, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic services, septic system repairs

Septic Preservation Services has septic repairs scheduled today in Attleboro, North Attleboro, Mansfield, Foxboro, Franklin, Sharon, and Stoughton, MA. Customers call to report a number of septic problems including:

Muddy soil or pools of wastewater around your septic tank or soil absorption system.
Sewage smells around your system or inside your house.
Backups when you do laundry, take showers, or flush the toilet.

Septic Preservation services has experience with septic repairs on the various parts of a septic system. A conventional septic system includes a septic tank, distribution box, and soil absorption system (SAS). The septic tank separates the solid and liquid wastes, and the SAS provides additional treatment before distributing the wastewater to the ground. We can diagnose and repair various septic issues including septic pump repair, sewage grinder pump repair, leach field repair, drainfield issues, d-box and sewage pump repair. If you have a septic concern or if you need to schedule a repair please do contact our office at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Septic Preservation Services Schedules Septic System Services Today

February 24, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic services, septic system repairs

Septic Preservation Services have septic system service appointments today in Raynham, Taunton, Norton, Berkley, Dighton, Rehoboth, and Bridgewater, MA. We carry out services on septic systems on a quarterly, biannual or annual basis depending on the system and customer requirements. We have experience with septic services including FAST service, Singulair service, sand filter service, cesspool service, jet system service, Fuji Clean system service and advanced treatment unit service. If your septic system needs a service or if you have any questions please do contact our office at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Protecting Your Septic System During the Winter Months

February 22, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, preventative maintenance, rhode island, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic system repairs

How can you protect your septic system during the winter months? Freezing can become an issue when the temperatures start to drop. The most vulnerable components are the pipes leading from the house into the septic tank. Leaky fixtures such as faucets and toilets can keep a steady drip through the pipes which could freeze, blocking the pipes. Other components which can potentially freeze are the tank, pipes leading to the drainfield and the drainfield itself.

Snow itself is a great insulator over your septic tank and leachfield. Make sure you do not drive over your tank and leachfield. Compacted snow can drive down the frost and increase your chances of freezing. Driving over your leachfield and septic system is never a good idea in any season. It can lead to damage to your system. Grass is always a good choice for over your septic system or mulch if grass is not available. It is a great insulator without deep roots to interfere with or damage your system.

Systems which are in use have a lesser possibility of freezing since liquid is always flowing through the system. Homes which are used seasonally or sporadically have a greater risk for freezing since the system is dormant much of the time.

Fixing leaky faucets and toilets before winter sets in can greatly lessen your chances of freezing occurring and also conserve water. This can save you from costly repairs down the road.

If you suspect you have a problem, call a professional right away. Septic Preservation Services has 24 emergency services for help with any septic emergency. They can evaluate your system and make repairs if needed. They also offer a great maintenance program to keep your septic system running smoothly year round. Call them with all your questions at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Septic Preservation is Expert on Septic Repairs

February 20, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, pump repair, rhode island, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic services, septic system repairs

Septic Preservation Services have septic repairs scheduled today in Bailey Island, Orr’s Island, Harpswell, Phippsburg, Arrowsic, Bath, Westport Island and Richmond, ME. We have experience working on many septic systems with various problems including issues with septic pumps, leach or drain fields, D-Box and OBD. If you have concerns that your septic system is not working correctly it is not advisable to wait to have it looked at. Signs that your system has problems could be sewage smells in your property, toilet or drain backup, slow running drains, puddling on your leach field, and very lush or green leach field compared to the rest of your yard. s If you have questions or wish to schedule an appointment please do contact our office at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Cesspool Repacement

February 7, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic services, septic system repairs

Septic Preservation Services are doing a cesspool replacement for a customer in Acushnet, MA today. A cesspool is a pit which acts as both a settling chamber for solids and a leaching system for liquids. The use of cesspools may overload the capacity of the soil to remove bacteria, viruses, and phosphorus, and to nitrify ammonia and organic nitrogen compounds. Over time, when the drainage area around the leaching pool becomes saturated, additional pools may have to be dug to handle the volume. Cesspools must be treated to avoid harmful chemicals from forming and also to empty the pool which needs to be done regularly. This is the reason which makes a cesspool require a high cost of maintenance.

In Massachusetts Title 5 does not require Cesspools to be replaced:

“only those cesspools that exhibit signs of hydraulic failure, are located extremely close to private or public water supplies, or otherwise fail to protect or pose a threat to public health, safety or the environment will need to be upgraded (310 CMR 15.303). Also, cesspools must be upgraded prior to an increase in design flow (e.g., the addition of a bedroom to a home or seats to a restaurant).” The Official Website of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

We provide cesspool services, pump out services and cesspool replacement if requested. We have worked with customers in Attleboro, Bridgewater, Raynham, Franklin, Sturbridge, Marion and Westford, MA recently to either replace cesspools which were required because of Title 5, or requested for financial or environmental reasons by the property owner. We have also conducted cesspool services and pumping.
If your property has a cesspool, make sure that you work with a company that has extensive experience working with cesspools in Massachusetts. If you have any questions or need to arrange an appointment please do contact our office at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Septic Repairs

February 6, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, rhode island, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic system repairs

Septic Preservation Services have septic repairs scheduled today in Bellingham, Blackstone, Wrentham, Franklin, Holliston, Millis, Canton and Stoughton, MA. We have experience with a vast range of septic repairs including septic pump repair, E One pump repair, leach field repair and D-Box repair We can also suggest courses of action that may prevent these repairs from being necessary again in the future. If a septic system is not used correctly, repairs and sometimes system failures can happen and often some simple changes can avoid this. Property owners need to be aware of all the liquids and solids that are introduced into their septic system. Some of these are obviously not a good idea including clothing, toys, diapers and household objects such as scouring pads. However some may be slightly less clear, oils, fats and grease, ‘flushable’ wipes, sanitary items, and some cleaning products. Be careful of what you introduce to your septic system and you may avoid some costly septic system repairs, but if you do need an appointment, please do contact our office. It is always inadvisable to wait and we can schedule appointments on short notice. Contact us at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Septic Remediation and Septic Repairs

February 1, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, preventative maintenance, septic inspection, septic inspections, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic services

Septic Preservation Services has septic repairs scheduled in Arrowsic, Phippsburg, Orr’s Island, Topsam, Bowdoinham, Westport Island, Boothbay and Bailey Island, ME. We are experienced in septic remediation and septic repairs and can identify many different septic problems and rectify them, often quickly, with minimum disruption. However, if you delay in having septic repairs done, you may find that a minor repair can become much a bigger and more expensive repair so we would suggest not waiting to have a problem fixed. If you are concerned you may need a septic repair or if you have any questions, please do contact our office at877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Septic Repairs Prevent Septic Failure

January 27, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Down to Earth Construction, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, New Hampshire, norton, Septic Preservation Services, septic repairs, septic services, septic system repairs

Septic Preservation Services have septic repairs scheduled in Stratham NH, Bedford NH, Rochester NH, Acton ME, Limerick ME and Raymond, ME. If you suspect that your septic system requires repairs or maintenance it is always inadvisable to delay, because this could lead to more costly and involved repairs later on. Warning signs such as sewer smells in your home, slow running drains, back up in your toilets or a very green and lush leach field, are all signs that should be investigated, because it could mean that you have a septic problem, and left untreated you could have a total septic failure, which may have been avoided with a much less costly repair. If you have any questions or need to schedule an appointment please do contact our office at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com

Keep a Watch on Septic During Wet Weather

January 25, 2017/in All Clear Septic, All Clear Septic & Wastewater service, Bob Silva, Maine, Massachusetts, Mattapoisett, norton, preventative maintenance, rhode island, Septic Preservation Services, septic pumping, septic repairs, septic services

While you can’t control the weather, it’s always a good idea to keep an eye on your septic system during extremely rainy weather. Drainfields are designed to handle your wastewater but during extremely wet weather, excess water can puddle over the the septic tank and keep water from flowing out into the soil. A boggy drainfield is natural after heavy rains, but keep an eye for water receding and drying out after the rain is over. Consistent bogginess and odor may mean septic problems. This is especially true for older systems.

What can you do? Divert the rainwater away from your septic tank and drainfield through your gutters and drainspouts. Checking your home for leaky toilets and faucets can keep less water out of your septic system. Also reducing your water usage inside the home can help. Shorten your showers and space out your laundry loads or try to put off doing laundry during the extremely wet weather.

Septic maintenance can also help. Regularly maintaining your septic system and pumping on your tank on a regular basis can be the key to keeping your system healthy and running properly through any weather. Septic Preservation Services offers a great maintenance program. Call them with any questions or to get on a maintenance schedule at 877-378-4279 or visit www.septicpreservation.com