Understanding Your Home's Sewer & Septic Systems

Whether your home is connected to a municipal sewer system or relies on a private septic system, understanding its workings and maintenance needs is crucial for preventing costly problems. This guide explains the basics of both systems.

Municipal Sewer Systems

Homes connected to a city sewer system have a lateral line that carries wastewater from your home to the main city sewer line. While generally low-maintenance for homeowners, issues like tree root intrusion or line breaks in your lateral can occur...

Private Septic Systems

Septic systems treat wastewater on-site. They typically consist of a septic tank and a drainfield. Regular septic tank maintenance, including pumping, is vital to their longevity and proper function...

Signs of Sewer or Septic Problems

Common signs include slow drains, gurgling sounds, sewage backups, and foul odors. If you notice any of these, prompt sewer line repair or septic inspection is necessary.

Natan Plumbing provides comprehensive services for both sewer and septic systems in the Bay Area, from inspections and repairs to sewer replacement.