Tree roots are like miniature excavators — they'll move anything they can to accomplish their task. In their endless search for water, septic lids and risers are fair game. With the busy summer season fast approaching, you're all but guaranteed to run into customers with root-intrusion problems over the next few months.Root problems in septic systems generally occur when they invade through a crack in a lid that isn’t properly secured, or a faulty joint between a tank and a riser. And as you’re well aware, you’ll also find them invading drainlines and drainfields.As if pumping long-ignored septic tanks isn’t
Putting Down Roots With Chemical Treatment
Dealing with a customer's root intrusion problem presents an opportunity to chat about ramping up their regular maintenance schedule
May 25, 2017 | by Anthony Drew |

















