Not all septic tanks are created equal. These tanks come in all shapes and sizes, and you may need to occasionally evaluate your tank size and consider something bigger. A new septic tank comes with many advantages, including newer technology and a more efficient system.

Deciding to upgrade the tank size is a big investment, so you should know the main signs that your septic tank needs an upgrade.

1. Septic Odor Issues

When buried deep in the ground, a septic tank should block out odors from the waste. If you constantly smell odors outside, then your septic tank may be too full. The odors rise to the top, penetrate through the ground, and are exposed to the air. Typically, you would drain out your septic tank, but if the tank fills again too quickly, then the odors may return.

When you have a larger septic tank, you have more space to control the odors. The open space gives the septic gases time to dissipate and spread through the ground without creating odors in the air. Depending on the land available, a professional plumbing company of septic tanks in Reno NV, may also bury the new septic tank deeper in the ground to help control smells on your property.

2. Yard Floods

Along with gas, you may notice your septic tank leaks water. Standing water from septic tanks not only ruins your landscaping, but the water is often contaminated with bacteria, germs, and harmful substances. You would not want pets, wildlife, or children to make contact with the dirty water.

The floods on your lawn could also mean that septic water has leaked into your well or sewage system. You do not want to worry about the safety of your drinking water. If a flood does occur, this could indicate bigger problems for your septic tank. One of the problems has to do with capacity.

A larger septic tank will contain more water and feature new reinforced sides so the water doesn’t leak out and flood your home. If you’ve suffered through a yard flood already, you don’t want to worry about the same thing happening again. A larger septic tank will help prevent a lot of the problems.

3. Family Size

The home you first purchased may have suited your family size in the past, but families often grow and expand. If you have multiple children in the house, the water use only expands and could lead to septic tank problems. Babies may need minimal water, but as they get older, they will take more frequent baths and learn to use the toilet. Their daily water consumption will increase.

If you have multiple children, then the septic tank use could easily double. A plumber can determine how much water use your home uses and the ideal septic tank size for your home. Calculations are done with water usage tables. With a larger tank, the home can handle multiple showers a day, expanded toilet use, and frequent use of a dishwasher.

4. Home Remodels

As your family expands, you may want to expand the physical size of the home. If you add on rooms or bathrooms, you also need to consider the size of your septic tank. You cannot just install the toilet without balancing everything out. A plumber can help with the installation of the toilet and calculate how much waste the new bathroom upgrade will create.

When you include the septic tank upgrade as part of your home remodel, you can ensure everything runs smoothly and you don’t run into problems in the future. For example, you do not want the septic tank to back up and flood areas inside the home like toilets.

5. House Rentals

The rise of house rentals has opened up many homes to guests throughout the year. If you offer your house for short-term rentals, you can’t easily determine how many guests will use your plumbing on a daily basis. You may offer extra guests rooms and space for people to stay.

Avoid any plumbing problems with your house rentals through a septic tank upgrade. You can estimate how many guests you will have to stay at the home on a weekly basis, and a plumber can help determine the best septic tank size.

Along with a new tank installation, you might want to consider regular maintenance and cleaning to keep the new septic tank running smoothly. If a problem occurs, you do not want to lose out on possible rentals as you wait for the septic tank repair.

Preventative maintenance will make a big difference in the way the home operates, and a new septic tank will keep maintenance at a minimum.

For more information on septic tank repairs and upgrades, contact us at Easy Rooter Plumbing. We will help with all your septic tank needs and use our expertise to explain and break down all the details.