Septic repairs can be complex and require investigation and diagnosis prior to repair. Herring has been handling this kind of work for 50 years.

Septic Repair

All septic repairs are filed with the Board of Health (BOH) to protect you and make sure we do a complete job the first time. Septic repairs vary, but Herring Sanitation can handle them all. From simple baffle repair and speed leveler adjustment to entire septic system replacement. We rarely have to replace the entire septic system at one time. The septic tank might go bad while the distribution system may last for years to come.

Here are some of the most common issues we find when we diagnose the problem:


If it's the inlet, it could be a pitch problem, clogged pipe, broken pipe, or there could be tree roots growing in your pipes.


If it's your outlet: it could be a break, a collapsed distribution box (d box), sludge in lines, or broken pipes.


If your system doesn't require a full installation/replacement, it is most likely a pipe problem somewhere in your system. Cast iron pipes can can coagulate and close off, like your arteries, so no liquid can get through.


We use specialized equipment to diagnose the problem: Our men are trained with snakes, cameras, and the good old fashioned eye of experience.



Herring will investigate, diagnose and provide an estimate to fix the problem before we charge you.


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Septic Repair Quote

  • Step 1 - Make the Call

    Call Herring for Free Estimate

  • Step 2 - Free Estimate

    Schedule your free estimate and have one of Herring's skilled Estimators (Jason or Jimmy) come out and evaluate the issue.

  • Step 3 - Review Findings

    Discuss the issue and the potential solutions until you understand them.

  • Step 4 - Make a Decision

    Contact the office with your decision about how you want to proceed

  • Step 5 - Board of Health

    Sign all required paperwork, seeking Board of Health Approval.

  • Step 6 - Get Scheduled

    Pay deposit and get scheduled for the solution you have chosen.

  • Step 7 - Work Starts

    Watch the skilled repair team perform the job to perfection.

  • Step 8 - Rake or Seed

    Decide if you would like Herring to rake and seed the job - this costs extra and is optional - you can do it yourself or have your landscaper handle it for you.

  • Step 9 - Give Feedback

    Go to Google and leave us a good review because we have worked hard to earn your approval.


  • Step 10 - Forget About It

    With the exception of periodic pumping, which Herring will remind you about, don't worry about your septic for at least the next 25 years.

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This could be the sign of a potential issue that if left unchecked could turn to a costly system replacement. Herring can come out and service it for you now, before the problem gets worse.

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Professional Septic Inspections

A simple septic system inspection can save homeowners a great deal of time and money. This service is most commonly used by home buyers before purchasing a new home. A properly conducted septic inspection ensures that the system is working properly at the time of inspection and reduces the chances of a dangerous and/or costly surprise to the future homeowner.


A visual septic inspection may be able to determine the status of a septic system beyond what the average homeowner is able to conclude. We ask that there be running water in the house so we can observe the flow through the tank and distribution system. The inspection consists of a visual scan of the inside of the tank to make sure that the water level is proper and that liquids are flowing into the tank and out to the leach fields without restriction. We check to make sure that the baffles are present and intact. The scum and sludge levels are observed to ensure the tank has been properly maintained in the past. We also walk around the property to check for any soft or wet spots that would suggest the leach fields are not working properly.



Other inspection services include a visual inspection of the pipes, distribution box, and leach fields using a camera to further evaluate the status of the distribution system. Visit our Septic Inspections page to find out more about the Septic Inspection options available for you.


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