Roots can cause septic field failures.

One thing to look out for is planting heavy rooted plants near a septic field. This can prematurely cause failure, and a lot of damage with costly repairs. In fast draining soils often roots will travel long distances to get access to water, a septic field is ideal as there is a regular flow of water and nutrients. Here are some pictures of a recent field failure we had to repair. For more information please contact us: https://turtletankssepticsystems.com/contact/