Disclaimer

General information

Septic tank basics publishes general information. It isn’t professional advice for your particular situation, so check with a qualified professional before acting on anything that depends on it.

When to call a professional

Call a licensed septic professional about sewage backing up into the house, standing water or soggy ground over the drain field, sewage smells in the yard, or an alarm on your system. Follow your local health department’s rules for septic systems.

Professional advice comes first

Don’t ignore advice from a professional, or put off getting help, because of something you read here.