Septic Drain Field Decompaction for Zionsville Homeowners
In addition to septic tank pumping, Max Haas Septic has a special tool to solve another problem that can occur with your drain field (also called a leach field) – compacted soil. You septic tank has to be pumped every few years because the solids build up at the bottom of the tank as sludge while oil and grease accumulates at the top of the tank as scum and is held in place by the design of the tank.
Liquid waste without sludge or scum exits the tank and into the drain field where it can percolate through the soil, which naturally removes contaminants and allows the treated water to return to the area’s groundwater supply. But over time the soil of the drainage field can become so compacted that wastewater can’t percolate through it as it is supposed to. Some septic companies will say you need to have that entire area of your excavated and the drainage field reconstructed. We think that’s an extreme measure that should only be used as a last resort. What we would do first is renew the drain field using Terralift, pictured here.
It’s a special kind of pneumatic “hammer” designed specifically for soil rejuvenation in the drain field of a septic system. And it does it without doing any damage to your lawn. If anything, your lawn will end up in better shape as Terralift will also provide aeration. The machine’s long, narrow probe penetrates down to the trenches of your drain field. Air is then injected by a compressor through the probe at a precise rate to create cracks and fissures in the compacted soil of the trench walls. This will allow liquid waste to once again flow through the soil for treatment. The new passageways are kept open by polystyrene beads delivered with the air. It’s simple, effective, and leaves your lawn intact.
If your Zionsville septic system needs attention, call Max Haas Septic at 317-241-9292 to book an appointment today. Whether it’s a simple septic tank pumping or a drain field renewal with Terralift, we’re ready to help – and you’ll love how affordable our prices are as well. With nearly 100 years of experience, we know how to get the job done right the first time around. Enjoy the peace of mind you get knowing your septic system is good working order!