Inspect septic drain field
Why it matters
Early detection of drain-field failure can avoid $15,000-$30,000 in replacement costs.
Stop forgetting to do this.
Hearth generates a personalized maintenance schedule so you never miss another inspect septic drain field.
How to do it
- 1
Walk the drain-field area of your property (usually marked on site plan).
- 2
Look for soggy, spongy, or wet soil in the field.
- 3
Note any unusually bright green vegetation or lush growth.
- 4
Smell for sewage odors or unusual smells in the drain-field area.
- 5
If found, photograph the area and call a septic contractor.
- 6
Request soil percolation testing to confirm field condition.