Number One Septic Tank Problem

There are bascially two major causes of a septic tank problem, either there is a blockage between the septic tank and the house or a plugged sewer vent. Usually the biggest cause though is a blockage some where in the pipeline between the septic tank and the house. Blockages can occur becuase a scum layer of solids is plugging the pipe or inlet to the septic tank, or else there is a breakage in the pipe, in which case this section needs to be found and replace immediately. To remove the scum layer, most people need to hire a professional, as it is recommended if you want to do it effectively.

If the problem is in the house sewer, then a sewage routing tool can be used to remove the blockage and layer of scum. If septic tank problems continue after you've unblocked the line, or else the septic tank repeatedly fails even in a relatively new system, it may be a problem with the slope of the pipeline. In other words, the sludge isn't moving fast enough down to the septic tank, so it justs slows down and blocks the passage. If this be the case, you must totally remove and redo the sewage line and install the proper slope.