I recently bought a house with a septic tank for the very first time. I thought I was prepared, but I really had no idea what I was getting into. Shortly after we moved in, the septic tank backed up. I had to call for emergency septic services to have it pumped and taken care of. That's when I learned that I had overlooked some of the signs that the tank needed to be emptied. I created this site to share my experience and the tips that I learned along the way. My goal is to help others avoid the same septic problems that I have dealt with.
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Septic and sewer systems are the major waste management systems in use today. Both have pros and cons, but your circumstances dictate the waste management system that can benefit you the most. Take your time to compare both systems to your lifestyle to make an informed decision. Below are some signs that you should go the septic route.
You Have Adequate Space for the System
A septic system requires adequate space for efficiency, legal, and safety purposes. You need space for the septic tank and drain field. The drain field and tank should be some distance from other infrastructure septic waste might contaminate. Building codes determine the minimum clearances between the septic system and dwelling places or water points.
Apart from the size and clearance issues, the drain field's topography and soil profile also matter. The ground should slope away from the drain field to avoid flooding during the rainy season. The soil architecture should be neither too loose nor compact. The septic contractor can renovate the site via excavation and backfilling to make it suitable for the drain field.
You Are Good With Infrastructure Maintenance
Good septic maintenance is crucial for several reasons. First, your septic system's efficiency drops if you don't maintain it. Your septic system won't be able to treat and safely dispose of waste if you don't maintain it. Secondly, proper maintenance means your septic system doesn't contaminate the environment with waste.
Here is what you need to do to maintain your septic system:
Review your history of infrastructure maintenance to determine whether you can do the above. Go ahead and install a septic system if you are sure you will maintain it as needed.
Municipal Sewer System Doesn't Serve Your Neighborhood
If available, a municipal sewer system is the first choice for a waste management system. However, some areas don't have such sewer systems, and connecting them is impractical and costly. Rural areas with low population density usually fall into this category. In such a case, a septic system is your best bet for a waste management system.
Consult a septic technician once you have settled on a septic system. The contractor will analyze your home, advise you on different septic systems, and help you with the installation. Ensure you maintain your septic system after that to maintain its efficiency and prolong its lifespan.
Reach out to a local septic company to learn more about septic system installation.
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