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To Repair Or Replace?

Dawn S. • Nov 16, 2021

To Repair or Replace?

Your Septic System

THAT is the question....

If your house uses a septic system, chances are when things have gone wrong you haven’t been sure of if the system needs to be replaced or repaired. As a good home owner, you have probably done preventative maintenance on the system, but there will come a point when you have to decide whether you need to replace or repair the system. A system could last yours and others’ lifetimes with the proper maintenance. However, chances are you don’t know the complete history of the septic system and that’s okay. You can look for signs that a system may need to replaced or enlist the help of Dan Parr.


You can look at the age of the system. They are usually last 40 years or longer. If you find you have to pump it more often to keep working properly, it may be worth trying to find out the age of the system. If you are in an older home, chances are that the system is older too. Plus, don’t forget you won’t know it was maintained before you came along.


You may have outgrown the system by using a lot more than its original usage. This usually happens when you’ve added more square footage to your home or really increased our water use. Your tank may be too small. Dan Parr and their expertise will make sure your system is the correct size to suit your needs.


If it takes a long time for your sinks and bathtubs to drain, that might signal that a repair is needed because of a clog. However, if the slow-moving drains continue it could be because the water is moving slowly through the septic tank because of a sludge buildup. Dan Parr will help you determine if this is the issue.


Is there pooling water in your yard? This could be a repair that the professionals at Dan Parr can do for you or it could be a bigger issue that warrants a replacement of the tank or the complete system. This a problem that could be age related.


If your water has a funny taste and/or smell, it could be a contamination problem that should be dealt with immediately. Bacteria may be present in the system. Usually, a flush of the system will take care of this. The technicians at Dan Parr will handle this for you.

Replacing your septic system happens after all other avenues of repair have been exhausted. If you need advice or have concerns, reach out to the professionals at Dan Parr. Having a septic system may seem intimating, but it doesn’t have to be. Just know that it needs be looked after properly and regularly by professionals.


Having Dan Parr technicians for your maintenance and emergency needs is very beneficial. They are upfront about their fees, are insured, fully licensed and will take care of all things related to your septic system. They are ready for any emergency with their same day service.

Dan Parr will replace and repair your septic system!

905-719-9507


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