What Is Leach Field Rejuvenation?

What is A Leach Field & How Does it Work?

The leach field, or the drain field, is one of the most important parts of the septic system. This field filters the wastewater properly before it ends up in the local groundwater supply. The soil is the most essential and surprising filtering part of the leach field. The soil contains bacteria that break down the harmful components of the wastewater. So, due to the crucial role that this field plays for our health and the safety of our environment, we have to be careful of any signs that show it is starting to fail and be mindful of maintenance services that it may require.

Signs of a Failing Leach Field

• Bad Odors: Are you noticing any bad odors in your home? This is a common and major sign of a failing leach field. When the wastewater doesn’t drain properly, it might back up near your house, causing a nasty sewage odor.
• Constant Drainage Problems: If you constantly face drainage problems, like clogs and backups, the chances of this being a problem with the system’s drain field are high. Call a septic service to get your septic tank pumping today.
• Surprising Plant Growth: Sometimes, a failing leach field doesn’t have to appear as puddles in your garden or a bad odor. If the leach field is slowly starting to fail, you will notice that your plants in the backyard or garden will start to grow unbelievably fast. This is mainly because the wastewater is leaking and acting as fuel for the growth of these plants.

What is the Leach Field Rejuvenation Process?

Leach field rejuvenation is restoring the effectiveness of clogged leach fields. The process is very simple: