Burke Construction Septic

09/05/2026

Good Saturday morning to everyone!!!
We hope you are enjoying this Labor Day weekend with family, friends or maybe even colleagues. It is super hot outside already and it isn’t even 10am! That means that many folks will probably be enjoying the pool, beach, local shops or maybe just chilling indoors (literally)!! Getting all cleaned up and cooled down afterwards is a must which translates to potentially high water usage. That usage leads directly to your septic system. Systems are designed to accommodate a certain amount of gallons of water in a 24 hour period. It’s not JUST about flushing the toilet, y’all. Your washing machine, dishwasher, all of your sinks, showers/tubs drain to your septic. And many folks don’t know this one, the condensation from your central air conditioning does as well; on days like today that is WAY more water than you realize. So in the event you suddenly hear that alarm buzzing or see the red light on, your septic system is letting you know “something”. That something could be for any number of reasons and we can diagnose it for you, offer a solution/suggestion and give you piece of mind to carry on the relaxation of this holiday weekend.

Billy is out there working and will be available throughout the weekend fielding calls for alarms and such. (He may have to take his typical brief “old man nap” during the peak heat hours after he’s eaten lunch but he will return any texts/phone messages and tend to business once he’s replenished fluids and fatigue.) I have my phone stuck to my hip to receive calls in the event he’s unable to grab his phone.

So, if you are experiencing any issues holler at us:

Billy: 361-229-3493
Ronell: 361-460-9174

Happy Labor Day!

05/11/2026

We want to give a shoutout to the recent college graduate who begins her big girl job today!

Tana, we love you SO much and are super proud to have you as not only a part of the Burke clan but the Burke Construction family as well. Congratulations on your accomplishments, accolades and best wishes as you embark on this new chapter of life.

04/10/2026

Hey, y'all...check out our updated web page 👀. We've added a NEW Customer Form, services listing, and new photos featuring yours truly, Mr. Billy Burke and Crew! 😁

Burke Construction provides exceptional septic and electrical services in Rockport, Texas. Our dedicated team ensures quality workmanship and excellence in every project. Trust us for all your construction, emergency, or repair needs.

03/22/2026

Want to wish my wife a very Happy Birthday . You can have the day off .

02/18/2026

Just a small 42 space project we are working on .

02/10/2026

We monkeyed around a little bit yesterday! Fun visitor to give us some smiles.

02/08/2026

Y’all might want to check all of this BEFORE everyone shows up just to be safe.

🏈 SUPER BOWL SUNDAY + SEPTIC PROBLEMS? READ THIS BEFORE YOU PANIC 🚽

House full of people. Toilets acting up. Game about to start. Here’s a quick DIY diagnostic guide for a conventional septic system 👇

🚨 TOILET WON’T FLUSH OR IS BACKING UP?

CHECK THE INLET SIDE OF THE SEPTIC TANK

• Open the inlet side lid
• Look at the inlet baffle
• If the inlet baffle has a noticeable clog, carefully poke it (shovel handle, stick, etc.)
• Have someone flush the toilet and watch the water enter the tank

✅ If it starts flowing again, you just bought yourself some time until a pumper can come out

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INLET BAFFLE LOOKS NORMAL AND WATER LEVEL INSIDE THE TANK LOOKS NORMAL?

That means the issue is likely between the house and the tank

CHECK YOUR CLEANOUT

• Slowly loosen the cap (it may be under pressure)
• If water comes out, the clog is between the cleanout and the septic tank
• Try running a snake towards the septic tank

❗ If it keeps happening, call someone with a sewer camera or drain cleaning equipment

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🚫 CLEANOUT IS EMPTY?

That points to a plumbing issue under the house
• Try a plunger or snake
• If that doesn’t work, call a plumber

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🌊 OPEN THE SEPTIC TANK AND WATER IS COVERING THE INLET OR OVERFLOWING?

Move to the outlet side lid

CHECK FOR AN OUTLET FILTER

• If there is a filter, VERY slowly lift it just enough to let water pass
• Go slow so you don’t let solids free-flow into the drainfield
• Once the water level returns to normal, fully remove the filter
• Rinse it into the inlet side of the septic tank
• Reinstall the filter

⚠️ NO FILTER?
That likely means a drainfield issue
• The system needs to be pumped
• The drainfield should be evaluated by a septic professional

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Too many wings + too many flushes = bad Sunday 🏈🚽

02/02/2026

And this is what happens when folks run the water during a cold spell . They don’t drip faucets and that is gallons a hour . Over works septic . It can’t keep up so everything floods pump tank and drainfield.
Remember septics are figured by usage of bedrooms and a/c area .

180 gallons per day . You add 1 gallon a hour by running faucets , extra loads of cloths , etc . You have hydraulic overloaded your septic .
By the way a running toilet can add 2 gallons a minute .
Sorry folks I’m not the greatest poster in the world. But hope you understand my message.
Give us a call for your septic needs .
As my grandson says I do know my 💩.

01/28/2026

McMurry University

01/18/2026

We receive lots of packages throughout the week. Some things we don’t really want to get wet so Rick built this here box. I finally finished nailing the horseshoes to it today (the leg of the r was missing for a few days).

Hopefully delivery drivers understand where to put all things now!