Septic Tank System Design
Designing a septic tank system is an important part of building a home that does not have access to a city sewer system. In fact, serious consideration should be given to where the septic system should be placed on any property before deciding on the final design of the house. Doing so can save thousands of dollars on septic system design and construction.
It is well worth the cost to hire a good septic system designer/consultant to examine your property before beginning construction on your new home. They will analyze the layout of the land and perform the appropriate soil tests to determine the best location for the septic tank and drain field. They will also consider where you would like to locate your home during this process.
In some cases, the designer may ask you to consider moving to where you want your new home to be located in order for the septic system to work efficiently. In many cases, this can also save you a good chunk of change because most designs are based on the fact that the trash flows downstream, which means a gravity-fed system costs less than a system that needs pumps to run. work properly. A gravity system will also be easier to maintain and has fewer moving parts that can break.
If you find yourself in a situation where a regularly designed system won’t work, be sure to ask the consultant to review all the options available to you. Ask them to explain in detail the advantages and disadvantages of each design. If it seems like they’re pushing a certain type of system, it might be a good idea to get a second opinion. Take a copy of your design along with the site and soil reports and have another septic contractor or two look at it and get their recommendations.
You will also need to ensure that your septic tank system design complies with all applicable zoning codes and requirements. These codes exist to protect not only you and your property, but also the environment, and any reputable designer/service contractor will design a system that meets these requirements. This plan must be reviewed by the local agency in charge of overseeing septic system designs; usually the local zoning or health department. They will approve or disapprove the plan and make recommendations for changes to follow. Once the system is installed, it will need to be inspected by a building inspector to make sure it was built according to plan.
If there are other homes in the area, it’s a good idea to talk to your new neighbors about what type of system they have and who installed it. They can give good feedback on what works in that area and what doesn’t. They can also recommend good contractors and even tell you who to avoid. You should make sure the neighbors you talk to have a newer septic system that meets all current codes. Some may have systems that have been running for many years and no longer meet current standards.
Proper septic tank system design is an important first step when building a new home. Failure to do so can result in a more expensive system that can put a serious strain on your new home budget.