Top Septic System Warning Signs Every Homeowner Should Know Your septic system works quietly in the background — until something goes wrong. Unfortunately, many homeowners miss the warning signs until it’s too late, resulting in messy backups, expensive repairs, or environmental hazards. At Chris Mote’s Pumping Service, we believe that knowing the early signs of […]

If Your Yard Smells Funky, It’s Time to Call Chris Mote’s Pumping Service Nothing ruins a beautiful day in the yard like a foul, sewage-like odor lingering in the air. If your lawn has a “funky” smell that won’t go away — especially near where your septic system is located — it could be more […]

Green Grass Over the Drain Field: Why It’s Not a Good Sign for Your Septic System A lush, green lawn might be the envy of the neighborhood — but if that vibrant patch is sitting over your septic drain field, it could be a red flag. At Chris Mote’s Pumping Service, we’ve seen this situation […]

That Slow-Flushing Toilet? It Might Be Your Septic Tank Talking We’ve all experienced it — you flush the toilet, and instead of the usual whoosh, you get a lazy swirl and a slow, uncertain drain. It might seem like a minor plumbing issue, but if you’re on a septic system, that slow flush could be […]