Spring Leach Field Maintenance

At Dan Parr’s Waterproofing and Excavating, we have been repairing and replacing septic systems of various ages and degrees of complexities for a number of years throughout Hamilton, Caledonia, Binbrook, Haldimand, Dunville, Cayuga, Hagersville, Stoney Creek and Flamborough areas.

Now that the April showers have started it’s important to make sure your septic system is well maintained. Excess moisture can saturate the drain field which makes it difficult for water to drain from the septic system. Here are common issues to keep an eye out for and ways to protect your leach field from failing in the spring.

Your leach field is designed to hold the wastewater leaving your septic tank and slowly absorb into the soil to be filtered. When it rains heavily, the system can overflow and lead to problems like flooding and contaminated groundwater.

When water has nowhere else to go, it can start traveling backward through your pipes and into your home’s plumbing. If you notice any of the following warning signs, you should call a the professionals at Dan Parr Septic System & Plumbing to inspect your leach field and septic tank:

·        Slow drains

·        Toilets not flushing

·        Soggy soil pooling above the leach field

·        Patches of greener grass developing in the yard

·        Foul smells around the leach field

The best way to protect your leach field from flooding is by having a well-maintained septic system all year round.

You can do this by:

·        Pumping your septic tank. Pumping your tank in the spring can also give your system a chance to rest and possibly accept more water.

·        Reduce your water usage. Take a break on the long showers, laundry, washing dishes until your leach field has a chance to dry out.

·        Redirect your gutters. If your gutters point toward your septic system it will carry over water and lead to flooding. To prepare for spring rain showers, direct gutters and spouts away from the leach field.



Spring can be a challenging time for septic systems. As Hamilton Ontario’s best septic provider, we offer exceptional routine and emergency care. If you notice issues with your leach field, give us a call. Fully insured and licensed, we’ll beat any written quote! Fill out our online form or give us a call at 905-719-9507.