The drain field is where your system finishes treating wastewater, and it is often the part homeowners fear most. A wet yard or a backup does not automatically mean a new drain field. Many problems can be addressed with cleaning and targeted repair, and we start there.
Signs of a drain field problem
- Pooling water or soggy ground over the field, even in dry weather
- Strong sewage odors in the yard
- Slow drains and gurgling inside the house
- Sewage backing up after heavy water use
- Unusually bright green grass over the field lines
A tank that is full or overdue is one of the most common causes of a stressed drain field, so the first thing we check is the tank.
How we approach drain field repair
Our work on drain fields focuses on repair and restoring function:
- Hydro-jetting: high-pressure water clears the drain lines and field lines of buildup and roots
- Back-pumping: we can back-pump a drain field to help clear it and see how it responds
- Field line repair: fixing damaged or collapsed sections of line
- Tank and baffle correction: solids reaching the field from a failed baffle will shorten its life, so we fix the source
Protecting the drain field after the repair
Keep vehicles and heavy equipment off the field, direct roof and sump water away from it, avoid planting trees over it, and keep up with regular pumping. A field that gets a rest and a clean tank can last much longer.
Georgia requires that repairs to existing onsite systems be permitted and inspected through your county environmental health office. We will let you know when your repair falls under that requirement.
How a One Way Septic Visit Works
- You call. A real person answers, asks a few questions about what you are seeing, and gives you the basic price over the phone when it applies.
- We call ahead. About an hour before we arrive, so you can plan your day around the visit.
- We diagnose before we sell. We look at the system, explain what we found in plain language, and lay out your options.
- You decide. If you only need the basics, that is all you pay for. If more work is needed, we explain why.
Guaranteed Workmanship
We stand firmly behind our workmanship and guarantee 100% satisfaction. If you are not sure whether your problem needs our help, call us and we will give you an honest answer. Financing is available with approved credit, and we offer military and senior discounts.
Serving 9 Metro Atlanta Counties
One Way Septic provides drain field repair in Bartow, Carroll, Cherokee, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Forsyth, Fulton, and Paulding Counties. See our full service area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not necessarily. Wet spots can come from a full tank, a clogged line, a broken pipe, or poor drainage. We diagnose the real cause before recommending anything.
In many cases, yes. Hydro-jetting and back-pumping can help clear field lines, depending on the condition of the system.
It depends on the soil, the system, and how well it has been maintained. Regular pumping and keeping heavy loads off the field both help.
Repairs to existing systems must be permitted and inspected through your county environmental health office. We will tell you whether your job requires it.