Does every septic tank have a leach field?

• <div><p>Think of a leach field and septic tank as the peanut butter and jelly of wastewater management. They go together. However, it is possible to have a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/septic-tank-without-leach-field.htm">septic tank without a leach field</a>, as some types of septic systems don't require them. For example, your home may have a septic mound rather than a leach field or a sand filtration system, instead.</p></div>

What are the signs of a bad pressure switch on a well pump?

• <div><p>There are several signs that your well pump’s pressure switch isn’t working as it should. For instance, if your pump runs continuously, produces weak water pressure, or doesn’t turn on at all, you may have a bad switch. Also, if your water flow is erratic or unpredictable, it could indicate an issue with your pressure switch.</p></div>

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Last update on November 24, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Rondale was very professional and get my septic tank cleaned out cleaned out would definitely recommend Maxwell for all your septic needs
Maxwell Septic Pumping
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Reviewed in September 2024
Complete septic install , inspection and backfill all in 3 days . Great service ! Extremely professional and fairly priced . Highly recommended
American Dirtworks
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Reviewed in January 2024
Very timely, septic issues always come at a bad time and Chris made it a priority to get my home cleared from a bad clog on top of a full tank...even during freezing temps he came out, dug by hand and found my tank, cleared the clog and had me pumped out the next day. Two day fix which I...
Lion Vision Excavations, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2021
We could not be happier with the team at Maxwell and their owner Greg. We are new to the area and have never had a septic system before. Maxwell pumped and inspected the system, repaired the tank and installed a new leeching field. Honestly we expected a huge mess but instead the job the Maxwell...
Maxwell Septic Pumping
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Reviewed in May 2021
Tim and the guys did a great job and were done much quicker than I expected. I will definitely call them again for septic services and my other plumbing needs.
Mid-Tenn Septic & Plumbing
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Reviewed in January 2015
The guys at Keith's Tank Service went above and beyond on their service. Not only did they arrive in very little time after contacting them, but they also repaired an existing problem that was created by terrible workmanship from the previous septic tank installation! ON A SUNDAY! I will...
Keiths Tank Service
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Reviewed in August 2014
It went very well!! We are very pleased!!! I called them on 7-8-14 because one of our Bradford Pear trees had broken (about a third of it just split off). Victoria and her husband came out that evening to give us an estimate on trimming that tree and the other trees that we needed trimmed,...
Roseboro's Treeworks
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Reviewed in April 2014
It went very well. Mr. Roberts was on time, very friendly, explained what he was doing throughout the various stages. He also answered all of my questions about maintenance, maintaining a healthy septic system and what signs to look out for. He did what he promised to do and at the time he...
ASAP Septic Service
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Reviewed in May 2013
This is my first time living in a home with septic, and the driver was very patient with my asking questions about how the system works. He was very polite, and completed the job quickly. He cleaned up the area and I would definitely use this service again.
Ewer s Septic Tank Service
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Reviewed in April 2013
Bowers Septic came out and pumped our septic tank. We don't know when the last time it was pumped and ground hadn't been disturbed in a long time. They came out and found the septic tank and dug the hole, which was about 2-3 feet down. Great service. Called the day before and they came out...
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Septic Tanks questions, answered by experts

Think of a leach field and septic tank as the peanut butter and jelly of wastewater management. They go together. However, it is possible to have a septic tank without a leach field, as some types of septic systems don't require them. For example, your home may have a septic mound rather than a leach field or a sand filtration system, instead.

There are several signs that your well pump’s pressure switch isn’t working as it should. For instance, if your pump runs continuously, produces weak water pressure, or doesn’t turn on at all, you may have a bad switch. Also, if your water flow is erratic or unpredictable, it could indicate an issue with your pressure switch.

Septic tanks are typically buried between four inches and four feet deep, depending on the property, the soil, and the size of the tank. When the septic tank is buried on the deeper end of this range, it may be harder for you to locate it on your own with a soil probe or just by observing the yard for signs of the tank. However, if you have trouble finding the septic tank, a pro will be happy to help you.

Most home wells start at 100 feet, and many go as deep as 200 or 300 feet.

It takes quite a lot of water to meet the demands of showers, toilets, faucets, and appliances like dishwashers and laundry machines, and shallow wells struggle to provide this amount quickly. If you anticipate having high water usage in the future, it’s often better to drill slightly deeper and give yourself a bit more water storage than you need.

Most septic tanks need to be emptied every 3 to 5 years, but it’s a good idea to monitor the fill levels of your septic tank all the time. You can do this by installing a pressure level sensor to detect the internal tank pressure, or by having a septic tank company perform an annual inspection to let you know when you’ll need to pump the tank.

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