Drain Field Repair in Canton & Madison, MS
The drain field is where treated wastewater soaks into the ground. When it fails, you may see standing water or spongy ground over the field, sewage odors, or drains backing up even after the tank was recently pumped.
Causes include solids carried over from an overdue tank, tree roots, vehicles driven over the lines, and heavy, saturated clay soil after long rain.
Protect your field
- Keep vehicles and heavy equipment off it
- Direct gutter downspouts away from it
- Pump the tank on schedule
- Avoid planting trees nearby
Questions about drain field repair
Can a drain field be repaired, or does it need to be replaced?
Sometimes lines can be repaired or a section added; sometimes replacement is needed. A provider has to evaluate it.
Why does my yard stay wet over the septic lines?
It can mean the field is saturated or failing. Have it checked before it backs up into the house.