Conventional or Alternative Septic System - Which is Right For You?
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Are you the scourge of the neighborhood because your present septic system is not functioning the way it should? Do you have sewage or contaminated waste water pooling in the low lying areas of your yard? Have you been notified by the city that you're not in compliance with municipal regulations? Have you had to pay significant fines?
Conventional septic systems really only work effectively if your property does not have a high groundwater level, near-surface bedrock, or just the usual uneven surface areas. If your yard is not perfectly flat or if the groundwater level is high, you might want to consider converting to an alternative septic system.
One example of an alternative septic system is the septic mound system which relies on a holding tank to gather the wastewater and a pump to push it away to places where gravity alone won't have the desired effect. There are lots of kinds of alternative septic systems, built to accommodate many different types of terrain as well as to be more environmentally friendly.
If you have had your present septic system for an extended length of time, it may be that you just feel the need to upgrade to a more environmentally-friendly system. There are several alternative septic systems that are considerably more environmentally friendly than traditional septic systems .
Disinfection systems use chlorine as a sanitation agent. The wastewater is stored in a holding tank, also called a dosing chamber, until the process is completed. Many municipalities require that the chlorine be removed before the wastewater is released.
For additional details on alternative septic systems, talk to a professional, licensed plumber in your area. He'll be able to recommend the very best type of system for your specific needs.
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