Whether you’re installing a new septic system on your existing property, building a new home, or replacing an old septic tank, you may be wondering what the installation process entails.
There are many things to consider throughout the septic system installation process. A knowledgeable and experienced company will be able to guide you through all the steps, ensuring the job is done right from start to finish.
Proper planning and design can help ensure a smooth installation and prevent problems later on. Still, knowing what to expect during the installation process will help you feel more at ease, and you’ll know whether the job is being done right.
Septic System Design And Planning
Before starting the installation process, you’ll need a septic system design. The design process is where you’ll decide what kind of septic system you will install. You’ll also need to discuss the size tank you need, where your installer will place it, and what type of drain field you’ll have.
If you don’t already have a design or designer, All Septic & Sewer has excellent connections with local professionals you can trust.
Local Regulations For Septic System Installs
Once you have your design and specifications worked out, you may need to go through an approval process with your local health department or other agency. For example, in Pierce and Thurston Counties, you must submit design plans to the local health department for approval.
Once the application is submitted along with the site plan and septic design, county representatives may visit the site. They normally evaluate the soil and check that everything in the plans complies with local regulations.
Septic professionals who are familiar with the local requirements will be able to guide you through this process and ensure that everything is in order so the job stays on schedule. The pros at All Septic & Sewer have served the community for over 20 years and are highly familiar with all the requirements.
Types of Septic System Installs
During the design and planning process, you’ll discuss the different types of septic systems and choose the right one for your property. Having the appropriate system type is critical. That’s another reason it’s so important to work with experienced professionals during your septic system design and installation process.
All Septic & Sewer can install several different types of septic systems. Here are the three main types to be familiar with:
- Gravity systems are also known as basic or standard septic systems. They use gravity to move liquid through the tank and to the drain field. This is the simplest type of system and is commonly found in single-family homes or businesses.
- Pressure systems use a pump rather than gravity to move liquid through the septic tank and to the drain field. This is a more advanced type of system than the gravity system, and it’s more popular because it operates more efficiently. In some areas, the terrain may require a pump to move the effluent where it needs to go.
- Aerobic systems use natural biological processes to break down waste. By introducing oxygen into the system, bacteria can help break down solid waste and produce cleaner wastewater. Aerobic systems are commonly found in areas where the liquid (effluent) requires further treatment before entering the drain field. These systems are also ideal for smaller properties where the drain field’s size may be limited.
Trust All Septic & Sewer With Your Septic System Install
Installing a new septic system is a big project. And it’s also an incredibly important one. Your septic system needs to be installed correctly, and it needs to operate properly to ensure you and your family stay safe and healthy.
Septic system installations should always be left to the professionals. From the initial design process to ensuring the application and permitting process is completed properly, All Septic & Sewer will be there with you every step of the way.
You’ll know your system has been installed correctly and that you have the correct type of system for your property. Plus, All Septic & Sewer can teach you all about keeping up with your system’s required maintenance so it continues to operate properly for years to come. And in the event of septic system emergency, we’re only a phone call away.
We proudly serve King, Pierce, and Thurston Counties, and we’re ready to assist you with your septic system installation today! So give us a call or contact us using our online form to schedule a consultation.
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