If you have a septic system, then you also have a drainage field. Septic drainage fields allow water and fluid wastes to flow out of the septic tank so the tank does not fill with water. Drainage fields are made up of channels that run beneath the earth. Each channel contains a perforated pipe made from PVC or polyethylene, and the pipes slowly release water into the ground. Sometimes, fluids do not seep into the ground like they should.
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Septic systems have two separate parts that work in conjunction with one another to deal with residential wastes. The first part is the septic tank that holds solid organic matter until it can be pumped from the container. The other part of the system consists of a drainage field. Drainage fields deal with all the water and other fluids that run through your waste system on a daily basis. The leach field will generally deal with fluids without much assistance, but the system may start to have a few problems that need to be addressed.
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If you have a septic system that helps to deal with the wastes that are produced in your home, then you also have a leach field. The leach field is an underground series of trenches that allows water waste to seep out and drain into your lawn. Leach fields are not often considered by homeowners until a problem occurs. However, you should always try to keep the leach field in great shape.
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Your septic system requires a lot of care and maintenance to ensure it is working as it should. If the waste doesn't break down as it should or it is not cared for, waste can back up into your yard or a clog can develop, causing waste to flow back into your home. While there are many chemical cleaners you can use to maintain your septic system, these can be harmful.
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