Understanding the Different Types of Septic Systems

March 13th, 2016 Posted in Septic System
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Most people don’t spend much time thinking about septic systems, but if you own one or are considering installing one on your property, there is a lot to know. First of all, there are many types to choose from, mostly put into one of two categories, conventional or alternative. Understanding the differences can help you make more informed decisions when adding or replacing a system in the future.

Conventional Septic Systems

When most people think of a septic system, conventional systems with a septic tank and drain field is what comes to mind. These can be designed using either gravity or pressure, changing how the water is distributed to the drain field. Conventional systems have for many years used a gravity flow system to move waste water from the septic tank to the drain field. Newer conventional sewer systems are often designed using a pressure system, pumping waste water to evenly disperse throughout the drain field.

Alternative Septic Systems

When conventional septic systems are not possible or allowed in certain regions, many people turn to alternative options. There are also environmental reasons to consider alternative septic systems over conventional. Some types of alternative options include:

  • Mound system.  For areas with poor soil quality, a mound system creates drain fields above the ground for treatment.
  • Aerobic Treatment Unit (ATU). An ATU uses oxygen process solids to a further extent within the septic tank, releasing cleaner waste water that requires less treatment.
  • Sand filter systems. A sand filtration system uses a man-made box containing sand and gravel to treat waste water before it is release into the drain field.

All these septic systems have merit; it just depends on what is right for your home or business. To determine which is the best for your needs, talk to your local septic professional.

All  would work best for your property. There are also other proprietary systems that may be a good fit for your needs.

Posted on behalf of:
Bynum & Sons Plumbing, Inc.
2120 McDaniels Bridge Rd SW
Lilburn, GA 30047
(770) 736-8283

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Septic Considerations for Buying Land to Build On

January 9th, 2012 Posted in Septic System
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If you are buying land or if you already own a piece of property and are getting ready to build on it, one of the first things you should do is take into consideration how you are going to handle wastewater.  If there is sewer service at the property, in most cases it makes sense to hook up to the municipal sewer system.

If there is no municipal sewer service at the property, check with the county or city building department where the property is located to find out what types of waste water treatment and disposal systems are allowed by local building codes and consult with a sewer septic professional about your options before you start to build or even before you start grading the property.

A gravity fed septic system is usually the least expensive and most durable option, but the drain field takes up a lot of space.  In addition, placement of the home and the septic system is very important for proper operation of the system.  You will want to have the septic system designed and the drain field laid out before you finalize where to put the house to avoid placing the house where the drain field should go.  You also want to be sure to install the septic tank where there is easy access for periodic inspection and septic tank pumping.

Failure to properly plan for the septic system and drain field can cost you a bundle.  A typical gravity fed septic system costs about half as much as a system using pumps to move the wastewater.  Sometimes, simply moving the house a few feet one way or another will be enough to allow for the use of a more economical gravity fed system.

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