Questions About Septic and Sewer Work Around Greenbrier
These are the questions homeowners around Greenbrier, Springfield and
the north side of Nashville ask us most: how often a tank needs
pumping, what a new system involves, how a job gets priced, and what
to do when the alarm goes off. If yours is not here, call or text and
ask.
Price depends on the work. Pumping a tank is a small job, and replacing a system with a new drain field is a large one. Size, depth, soil and access all move the number, and so does the permit. We look at the system first, then price the actual job.
Do you charge for an estimate?
No. Estimates are free. Call or text (629) 285-6381 and describe the problem, and we will set a time to come look.
What areas do you cover?
We are based in Greenbrier, in Robertson County, and work the north side of the Nashville area. That takes in Robertson, Sumner, Cheatham, Davidson and Montgomery counties, roughly 35 miles out. Springfield, White House, Hendersonville, Gallatin, Goodlettsville, Portland, Ashland City, Pleasant View, Nashville and Clarksville are all in range.
How often should a septic tank be pumped?
The EPA's guidance is an inspection at least every three years and pumping every three to five years. Household size, tank size and how much water you use change the interval. A garbage disposal shortens it. We can put your tank on a regular pumping schedule.
How do I know if the problem is the tank or the drain field?
A tank that fills up again a week after pumping usually points at the field. Wet ground or smells over the drain field point the same way. Slow drains inside the house with a normal tank level often mean a clogged line. We check both sides before quoting a septic repair.
Do I need a permit for septic work in Tennessee?
For a new system, or a repair to an existing one, yes. Tennessee subsurface sewage disposal permits go through the Department of Environment and Conservation, Division of Water Resources. The state also keeps lists of licensed installers and pumpers and approved soil consultants. Permit steps are part of any septic tank installation we quote.
My septic alarm is going off. What should I do?
Cut back on water use in the house right away. The alarm usually means the pump is not moving water out, or that a float has failed. Do not keep resetting it, because the tank can keep filling. Call or text us and we will check the pump, the float and the panel.
What do you need to get equipment to the tank?
We need a path wide enough for a compact track loader to reach the tank. Gates, fences and soft wet ground can slow things down, so tell us about them when you call. Scheduling also moves with the weather, since a soaked yard makes for a bad dig. We grade the ground back when the work is done.
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