Septic System Pointers

Removable/ Cleanable filter on outlet of tank - Required after 2008 for all new installations. Clean every 6 - 12 months or as required

Dual compartments on tanks and PVC piping - Required  after 1978

Life of Steel tanks 15 - 20 years

Check for corrosion of Concrete tanks especially on exit areas

When originally designing your system OVERSIZE the tank as home modifications over the future life of the home may overload a marginal system

Maintain 16 feet to tree line from all components

Permits ARE required for ALL modifications to system

Life of well Maintained and Designed system - 30 / 40 years

Do NOT over use  Liquid fabric softeners

Sodium Fluorocene is the dye used when testing the discharge area of the weeping bed and may take many days up to multiple weeks to show results