What Will You Need to Do in Order to Get a New Septic Tank?

Whether you've just moved into a new home or some other situation has arisen where you need to think about septic system installation, there are a few decisions to make along the way and actions you should take. Here's what you should know if you're on the verge of getting a new septic tank.

Size Consultation

First of all, not all septic tanks are the same size. They come in different sizes in order to handle the needs of your household, and of course, there are business-sized ones, as well. The best thing you can do here is to consult with a professional septic worker to find out what kind of tank is best for your home. This will be determined based on a number of factors, like how many people live in your household, and how many toilets and drains you have.

The Underground

The next thing that will need to happen is an evaluation of your yard and the ground underneath it. For starters, not all septic tanks will work for everyone based on the amount of space you have available in your yard. You can't go outside the boundaries of your own property, even underground, so this will need to be measured and taken into consideration. Your septic pro can help with this. Furthermore, if you're not sure if your house has ever had a septic tank before, that will need to be investigated. If an existing tank is already underground, it will need to be dug up, removed, and the area around it cleaned if there's any evidence that it's old and has leaked.

Last but not least, you'll want to get in touch with your city or county to ensure that there aren't any underground gas pipes or wiring that could be potentially damaged if you were to dig in your yard. These can usually be worked around, but only if you have information on where these things are so that they can be avoided when your tank is installed.

The Installation Process

Once you have all of the prior issues settled, you can pretty much sit back and let the professionals do their work. However, it's a good idea to rent a temporary portable toilet in the meantime. Setting up the tank can take several days, and once it's connected to your plumbing, you won't be able to use said plumbing until the installation process is complete. Your pro can give you an idea of how long this will take and may even be able to help you with renting a portable toilet.


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