How Do You Prevent Septic Tank Smell?
If you have foul odors coming from your septic system, you may have a major problem in your septic system–or you may have a problem with your roof vents. First, you’ll need to determine whether the septic odors are due to an overly-full septic tank or a clogged drain field. If you’ve had your septic tank pumped and serviced recently, the problem is likely a ventilation issue. Homes with septic systems usually have vents installed in the roof that help to equalize the pressure in the plumbing and allow the wind to divert the sewage gasses away from the house. When these vents aren’t placed in optimal positions in the roof, the sewer gasses can flow into and around the house, causing septic tank smells. Cut the PVC pipe to a length that is at least 2 ½ feet but no more than 4-feet long. You can use a pipe cutter or a hacksaw to cut the PVC pipe. Insert one end of the PVC pipe into the PVC extension pipe. Repeat this process so that you have a PVC extender pipe for each septic system ven
