Our team can help with installation of new septic systems for residential, commercial, or industrial properties.T he benefits of using decentralized wastewater treatment systems include:
- Public health benefits – Proper use of decentralized systems reduces the risk of disease transmission and human exposure to pathogens, which can occur through drinking water, surface water and shellfish bed contamination.
- Environmental benefits – Wastewater treatment removes pollution from surface water, recharges groundwater and replenishes aquifers.
- Economic benefits – Decentralized wastewater systems help communities reduce large infrastructure and energy costs to collect and treat wastewater.
The frequency of pumping the septic tank depends on the tank size, number of people in the household, habits of water use as well as the amount of solids accumulated in the tank. Some alternative systems that are more complex may require more frequent inspection or pumping. If you are unsure, please feel free to reach out, we will be more than happy to help. If you have not pumped your septic tank in several years, but do not seem to be having any problems, it may mean one of several things:
- There is minimal water use in the home, and/or the size of the septic tank and the biological activity maintains the solids at sustainable levels. This is rare but may occur when there are only one or two people in the home.
- The tank has a leak and is discharging wastewater into the ground instead of into the drainfield.
- The tank is full of solids, which are slowly migrating and may eventually clog the drainfield. This may increase the cost of pumping the tank and may require replacing the entire drainfield if it becomes clogged.
When problems arise, such as leaks, clogs, or damage to components, our team provides repair services to restore the system’s functionality.
- If your septic system includes a pump, many pumps and controls will need to be replaced every 10 to 20 years. If you have an advanced treatment unit, check with the manufacturer for estimates of lifespan and warranty information.
- If your drainfield is more than 25 to 30 years old, the natural biomat that forms in the bottom of the trenches or beds can thicken and reduce the ability of the drainfield to properly discharge the wastewater into the ground. This can cause ponding in the drainfield, surfacing of untreated wastewater, or backing up into the septic tank and into the plumbing in the house.
- If your septic system is more than 25 to 30 years old, start planning for an upgrade before you are in an emergency situation. It is likely your system is close to its useful lifespan.