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Septic System Troubleshooting Guide: Your Essential FAQs
Have questions about your septic system?
You’re not alone.
Here are straightforward answers to some of the most common aerobic septic questions we hear from homeowners in Granbury and surrounding areas.
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Why Do My Aerobic Septic Spray Heads Run Continuously When It Rains?
During heavy rain, extra water can enter your system through the soil or tank, raising the water level and causing the pump to run more often. This can make the spray heads run longer than usual. However, if they run constantly, it could also indicate a stuck float switch, timer issue, or system overload and should be inspected.
Aerobic Septic Do’s And Don’ts Every Homeowner Should Know
Most septic problems don’t happen overnight. They usually start with small habits that add unnecessary stress on the system.
A few simple aerobic septic do’s and don’ts can go a long way toward keeping your aerobic septic system running the way it was designed.
Do I Need To Add Aerobic Septic Chlorine Tablets to My Aerobic Septic System?
Yes — if your aerobic system uses spray application or drip irrigation, aerobic septic chlorine tablets is an essential part of the treatment process.
The use of chlorine helps ensure the safety of you, your family, and the surrounding environment by disinfecting the treated wastewater before it leaves the system.
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Do I Need To Have My Aerobic Septic System Pumped?
One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners is:
“Do aerobic septic systems need to be pumped?”
The short answer is yes — eventually.
Even though aerobic systems are designed to treat wastewater more efficiently than conventional septic systems, solids still accumulate over time.
And those solids don’t magically disappear.
Is There Anything I Should Do To My Aerobic Septic System During Freezing Temperatures?
The good news is that in most cases, there’s very little you need to do.
Aerobic systems are designed to operate year-round, and most of the important components are buried underground where the soil helps protect them from freezing.
Aerobic Septic Spray Heads Not Spraying?
Every now and then a homeowner calls and says something like:
“Hey… I haven’t seen my spray heads spray in a while.”
Sometimes that’s a problem. Sometimes it’s not.
Before we assume the worst, let’s talk about a few common reasons your aerobic spray heads might not be spraying.
What's That Nasty Odor? -
You step outside to enjoy the fresh air.
Then it hits you.
Not fresh air..
That smell.
The kind of smell that makes you look around suspiciously, blame the dog, and wonder if something died in the bushes.
Before you panic, let’s talk about one possible culprit: your aerobic septic system.
What Does It Mean When My Aerobic Septic Alarm Screams?
That beeping box on the side of your house isn’t there for decoration.
When an aerobic septic alarm goes off, your system is trying to tell you something isn’t working the way it should. The good news is the alarm is designed to warn you before things turn into a bigger problem.
So if you hear it chirping or see a flashing light, don’t panic — but don’t ignore it either.