Each septic system undergoes a multiple inspection procedure. First, the site is evaluated by a local health department representative who performs careful soil and topography analysis to determine its location, size, and scope. Then, after installation according to these guidelines, the system is again inspected by the health department to ensure that all state and country requirements have been met or exceeded.
Septic systems are wastewater treatment systems that collect, treat, and dispose of wastewater generated by the use of water in your home. This includes sinks, bathtubs, clothes and dish washers, and toilets. A septic system typically consists of two main parts, a primary treatment unit, and a soil absorption unit or lateral field. The septic tank works by the bacterial breakdown of sewage solids. This causes the sewage to separate into three layers within the septic tank. The bottom layer is large solids which is digested by the bacteria. The middle layer is relatively clear water that does contain some minute particles of sewage. the top layer is floating solids. Baffles within the tank cause the top and bottom layers to stay in the tank to be treated. the middle layer is discharged into the lateral field.
All septic systems require regular checks. It is recommended that septic tanks be pumped and cleaned every 3-5 years.