Tank & System Repair

Baffle Replacement
A baffle is a barrier or shield in front of the inlet and outlet holes in the tank. Made from concrete, PVC, or plastic, these shields are vital to proper operation of the system.

The inlet baffle, sitting half in and half out of the water, is designed to deflect incoming waste down into the tank so as not to agitate the tank. Agitating the tank causes settled sewage to rise, flow out of the tank, and plug the drainfield. The outlet baffle, also sitting half in and half out of the water, is designed so as to allow water to flow under and out of the tank without allowing the floating paper and waste to leave the tank.

One of the main causes of lines clogging in septic tanks is a missing baffle within the tank. This problem can be solved with the installation of PVC or plastic replacement baffles. At each servicing of your septic system it is our routine to visually inspect each baffle to make sure they are intact and doing their job! If not, we will notify you immediately so we can get it replaced
before more damage is done.

Tank Sealing
As tanks age, especially those made of steel, they can deteriorate and form holes in which ground water may enter the tank. Instead of full replacement of the tank, we are able to seal these problem areas.

Cover Locating & Digging
We will locate your cover and dig up your tank for you. Not even the frost can stop us. With the use of a heat blanket, we can thaw the ground for easier digging during the winter months.

Riser Installation
For more information, see “Risers and Accessories” under System Accessories & Parts.

Divider Wall Repair
Over the last several years, deterioration within concrete septic tanks has become more and more common. Some tanks show deterioration affecting the structural integrity, and in those situations we recommend replacement. Others only show wear on the divider wall within the tank, and typically this wall can be repaired.

This repair process involves a tank entry to install a custom made polypropylene piece to protect the wall and act as a baffle. This is a temporary fix. Eventually a corroded tank will need replacement, but this repair can extend the life of the tank.