Septic Tank Info
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Septic
Systems Explained
There are many types of septic systems in use today. While all septic systems are individually designed for each site, most septic systems are based on the same principles.
Septic Layout A septic system consists of a septic tank, a distribution box or drop box and a drain field, all connected by pipes called header lines. Your septic system treats your household wastewater by temporarily holding it in the septic tank where heavy solids and lighter scum are allowed to separate from the wastewater. This separation process is known as primary treatment. The solids stored in the tank are decomposed by bacteria and later removed, along with the lighter scum, by a professional septic tank pumper.
YOUR SEPTIC FIELD1. Septic tanks should be cleaned (pumped) every one to thee years depending on the size of your family and septic tank. 2. The Baffel or elbow on the exit of the septic tank should be checked and replaced if necessary. This helps to keep the solid matter from entering into the septic field. 3. Enzymes are very important. It breaks up solids, helps eliminate odors and prolongs the life of your septic field. 4. All septic drainage fields work on evaporation and clean soil. If the soil around the septic stone clogs, your septic field could fail and cause back-up into your house or overflow on your lawn. 5. Flushing of septic fields All septic fields should be flushed out
(water jetted) and pumped out at least every other year. By doing this, it helps
keep the dirt and stone clean from septic matter which clogs the dirt and stone
therefore the water runoff cannot absorb and causes a failed system. Also by
doing this flush out all distribution boxes and header lines are checked out
and can be replaced if damaged from acid in gasses and excessive weight.
Flushing out your septic fields saves you from a large expense in the long run, by not having to replace your entire field.
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