![]() Depending upon the size and the native soil in the area, a new system can cost up to $20,000 and necessitate the disruption of a large section of property. A failed system means that a new septic system must be installed in a different area of the yard. If repair and maintenance is neglected, the tank may overflow or the field lines may become filled with solid material, which will eventually lead to a complete system failure. ![]() Ignoring septic system problems only makes the underlying problems worse. A septic system problem will not resolve on its own. Other indications of septic system problems are bubbling sounds in toilets and drains, standing water in the disposal field, especially water that smells foul, and sewage backing up into the house. Many newer septic systems are equipped with a control panel featuring alarms or lights that alert a homeowner to a potential problem with the system. The most common maintenance activities performed on septic systems involve clearing the line between the home and the tank, pumping the tank to remove accumulated solids and repairing field lines that become clogged over time. More complex systems also have a secondary treatment step that further cleans the water before discharge. The most basic system includes a large tank where the waste is processed and field lines that discharge the treated water back into the ground. ![]() A septic system consists of several components. Septic tanks require regular maintenance and repair to work properly and to ensure a maximum useful life. ![]()
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