FAQs

Yes, but it could also be from another source. First of all, determine if the source is on your property. Going upwind from your house can help determine this. If the source of the odor is on your property, check for possible propane or gas leaks and take appropriate safety measures if such a leak is

A high water condition means that the water is not leaving your tank as fast as it is entering. The water level in the tank should be at the bottom of your outlet line. There are several conditions that can result in high water and your options for solving the problem depend on the cause. If

Yes. The process of deterioration happens to concrete tanks. Gases build up in the septic tank as a result of the decomposition of waste inside the tank. More solids present in the tank will mean more gases present in the tank, resulting in more rapid deterioration. Over a period of years, the gases inside the tank

No. However, if we pump your septic tank and suspect a clogged line from your house to your septic tank or your septic tank to the drain field, we can put suction on the line. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to remove the clog, since any number of obstructions could be present, including

Slow and backed up drains may or may not be a sign of a full septic tank. First of all, make sure it is not simply a clogged drain. Perhaps the easiest way to determine this is by checking other plumbing fixtures in your home. If there is only one fixture draining slowly or not draining,

Not all septic systems will have effluent filters on them. Effluent filters are designed to prevent solids from leaving the septic tank. This can greatly extend the life of the drain field. The filter fits into a tee baffle which should already be attached to the outlet pipe of your septic tank. Sometimes tee baffles

It is possible, under certain circumstances. If you have a concrete tank that has been in place for a number of years, it is unlikely that you will have this problem. However, certain conditions and locations increase the possibility that a septic tank might "float" to the top of the ground. Be mindful if you are

Yes. Flushing unused medications down the toilet can kill the bacteria in the septic system. Contact your local county health department to see if they offer programs to collect and dispose of unused medications. Flushing unused medications down the toilet may also increase the risk of drinking water contamination. To limit the possible harm to the septic system

Yes, but worst of all, it will hurt your environment. According to the U.S. Census, at least 10 percent of onsite septic systems fail. State agencies report that these failing systems are the third most common source of groundwater contamination. Failing septic systems due to lack of, or improper maintenance may result in waste ending up

When Mike’s Sanitation is called to pump a septic tank, it is our goal to provide this service as quickly and efficiently as possible. One of the highest compliments a customer can pay us is to say "I couldn’t even tell you had been here". Our customers appreciate not having ruts dug into their yard,