Tank Installations
When Johns By John performs a septic system installation, the first step is assessing the needs of the building to select the proper size of tank. A tank that is too small can become overloaded quickly, leading to backups and other plumbing problems. On the other hand, if the tank is too large, it may not fit in the available space where it needs to be buried beneath the ground. Installing the tank involves digging a deep hole in the ground and placing it in an area where cars won’t park or drive on it. Heavy amounts of weight on top of the tank can cause it to crack, so it’s important to place it in the correct spot. After the tank is installed, the technician will then connect it to the drains and toilets within your home via pipes. The pipes that lead out the opposite side of the tank go to the drain field, which includes additional pipes that are perforated.
Drain Fields
Excess liquid from the septic tank flows into the drain field, which contains a set of perforated pipes, often surrounded by gravel. The gravel acts as an additional filter, allowing the water to exit the system and go back into the ground. Without proper treatment, your system could allow contaminated water or even waste to seep through these pipes, causing serious damage to the groundwater below. In order to prevent this problem, it’s important to maintain your drain field and ensure that the drain field installation is done properly.
