Planting over your leach field

You have to be very careful when planting over your leach field. On one hand you can make the area look beautiful. On the other hand you could cause serious issues for your property. There are so many different plant varieties that can be effectively used in the field. The plants can help in the absorption of excess water and nutrients that are present in the soil near the drain pipes. The … Read more

How do Cesspools Work?

In our daily life we as humans emit a good quantity of unwanted material or waste from homes, commercial premises and other similar centers. All these locations are designed with special structures that assist in the disposing of waste materials. This process is known as sewage treatment. Today we will notice that cities are planned in a more efficient manner. The drainage system network is considered to be excellent and … Read more

How do Cesspits Work?

It is a common for every household to discharge waste material from their toilets, bathrooms, kitchens and other similar locations so that they do not get contaminated inside the house. The best way of getting rid of this filthy, unhealthy and stinky unwanted waste materials is by treating it out side the house or having it flow out into the main sewer connection line that is provided by the government … Read more

What is the Average Septic Tank Size

For people living in rural areas where there is no connection to a main sewer line the only alternative for them in getting rid of the entire daily waste disposal from their homes is a septic tank in their property. Installing a septic tank can be difficult but can be easily constructed by a contracting team that has the knowledge of drainage systems. Septic tanks are designed by … Read more

So, what exactly is a drain field?

In the past when sewer systems were not yet available, people would install septic tanks on their property close to the house so that the sewage treatment process could take place. A septic tank is considered an on site drainage system which has the ability to process and break down all the unwanted waste materials including chemicals and agents of various diseases usually pushed out from homes. These drain fields are … Read more

Septic Tank Cracks

Cracks in a septic tank sometimes can be fixed easily or they may be a sign that the tank and possibly the rest of the septic system is in disarray, requiring attention. Most septic tank systems installed prior to 1980 were constructed of cement with any lateral or field lines made from PVC, cast iron or clay tile. As the cement tanks age, micro-cracks develop throughout the entire system. … Read more

Septic Problem Signs

Specific septic problem signs are easy to pinpoint. Some signs are harder to spot than others. We will attempt to help you understand the mechanics of a septic system and the septic problem signs that can arise when preventive maintenance is not observed. Most septic problem signs are usually the result of homeowners not following a few simple rules concerning cesspits, septic tanks and their drain fields. More than 25% of … Read more

Modern Septic System Odor Control Methods

Septic tank smells and odor problems have been plaguing homeowners since the creation of septic systems and their use as an onsite waste water treatment plants. Originally, septic systems consisted of little more than a hole in the ground that was replaced by another hole in the ground when the first pit became full. These systems were poorly constructed and typically produced strong septic odors along with dangerous bacteria. … Read more