Getting your septic tank pumped is quite expensive and a lot of people want to delay this as long as possible. What happens though if you don’t get the tank pumped? [ez-toc] A septic tank is a small reservoir that is connected to the drains from the home and used to treat wastewater (called sewage) …
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Concrete septic tanks are a great way to store wastewater. They are durable and cost-effective, and they offer many benefits for homeowners looking for the perfect solution for their wastewater storage needs. Concrete is a great material for storing water because it does not break down like wood or plastic does. This means that your …
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A septic tank is an essential part of a home in a lot of rural areas. Bacteria and enzymes break down the sludge and process it into cleaner water. Sometimes people want to add enzymes or bacteria to the tank to make it work better. There is a lot of debate over the benefits and …
Adding enzymes, bacteria, and yeast to your septic tank: Do They Work? Pros and Cons Read More »
When you flush your toilet or take a shower, the water disappears. What happens with this and where does it go? Let’s dive in. [ez-toc] Where does sewage and toilet water go? Flushed poop It depends. In rural areas, people often have a septic system. This is a tank that is located in their garden. …
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Septic tanks are often required when you live in a rural area. This makes sure that your wastewater is taken care of. These systems can be quite expensive and finding out what system you should get can be quite complex. Some companies might want to sell you a bigger version while you don’t need this. …
Dimensions of a septic tank: How to determine what size should you get? Read More »
A drain field or leach field distributes the water that comes out of the sewage tank over a part of your garden. This is done through a distribution box and pipes. These might get damaged over time though. It can result in bad smells, slow draining pipes, or a buildup of water. Let’s take a …
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If you have a concrete septic tank in your garden, you might wonder if you want to keep it. We are going to discuss this in detail to help you to make a decision. There are strict rules about a septic tank and you shouldn’t leave an empty tank in your garden. [ez-toc] Finding the …
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The installation of your septic tank depends on the type that you have picked. Traditional systems will be discussed here: from the drain, tank to the drain field. Septic systems that use a pump tank, need another tank and a pump to be added. Other systems need to add dirt to form a hill for …
A septic tank is a system used to treat wastewater and sewage in rural areas, usually from a home or business. A septic tank can be a simple installation, or it may require professional engineering and construction. An organic process in the tank breaks down the sewage and converts it into smaller parts. This can …
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A septic tank riser (or manhole extension) is a metal, fiberglass, or plastic pipe that is installed between the soil and the septic tank to make it easier to access the tank. It is a short tube that can range in depth and width. Septic tanks are often buried so that they don’t take up …
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