Neglected cesspools eventually fail, causing sewage backups into your home, contaminated groundwater, and thousands in replacement costs. The solids accumulate until they block your system’s ability to process wastewater properly.
Early warning signs include slow drains, foul odors around your property, wet spots in your yard, and gurgling sounds from plumbing fixtures. Once you see these symptoms, you’re already looking at emergency service calls and potentially major repairs.
System replacement can cost $10,000 or more, while regular maintenance typically runs a few hundred dollars every few years. The math is simple—prevention costs far less than replacement.