Try using septic tank-safe drain cleaner to see if anything improves. If nothing changes, your septic tank is probably full.

You can unclog your septic tank by going in through the inlet pipe.

Most septic tanks need to be emptied every 3 to 5 years.

When a septic tank isn’t full, you shouldn’t be able to smell anything at all.

Your lawn should look the same throughout, not be healthier in one particular spot.

If you’re experiencing a sewage backup, call a professional right away. Sewage is a biohazard, and it can make you and your family very sick. Sewage backups can also be caused by clogs or blockages within the tank or the pipes.