·Temporary backing
up of sewage, especially at the drains
·Sewage odors in
house or yard
·Slow draining
sinks and toilets
·Gurgling sounds in
plumbing
·Tests showing
presence of bacteria in your well water
·Ground above your
system is mushy and odorous; it may be grey, black, or even lush and green.
Signs of Problems
Note: These signs are likely to be evident after a problem has
occurred. To avoid damage to your system, maintain it! See our
Preventing Problems page. For
serious concerns view the OSU fact sheet on
Why Systems Malfunction.
