How do I know if my septic tank is full?
An inspection and measurement request from General Septic may help assess tank condition. Signs that may justify a request include slow drains, gurgling pipes, sewage odors, and water pooling near the drain field.
A full septic tank may not be obvious until symptoms develop. Look for:
Possible early signs - Drains that are consistently slower than normal - Gurgling sounds after flushing
More serious signs - Multiple drains backing up simultaneously - Gurgling in one fixture when another is used - Sewage odors near tank lids or in the yard
Urgent safety signs - Sewage backing up into fixtures - Wet, spongy ground or odorous pooling near the drain field - Sewage odors inside the home
Describe the symptoms and pump-out records to General Septic. General Septic can determine whether measuring sludge and scum levels fits the request; do not rely on a universal schedule.
Need help describing a septic request?
General Septic helps property owners across King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties request direct septic service from General Septic. Use the form above to share the relevant details.