It always happens at the worst time. Your toilet won’t flush, there’s standing water in the yard, or worse — raw sewage is backing up into your home. If you’re in Canton, GA and your septic system just went from “out of sight, out of mind” to full-blown emergency, you’re not alone — and you’re not out of options.

Most septic emergencies don’t give you much warning, but when they hit, you need answers fast. Who do you call? How bad is it? Can it wait until Monday? What if the smell is getting worse? In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly what to do when your septic system fails — step-by-step — and how to get emergency service from a local company you can actually trust.

Whether you’re ankle-deep in backup or just worried your tank is about to overflow, this post has your back.