Septic Installation & Site Prep
Johnny’s Septic Service also has the equipment and expertise to handle the installation of septic systems! With the proper site prep, we can install a septic system on your property in which can be an efficient and environmentally friendly way to handle wastewater. It’s important to take all the necessary steps prior to install your septic system. At Johnny’s Septic Service, we have experience with almost every type of site preparation and installation for septic systems commonly used in our area.
Here are the different septic system types we have experience with:
- Gravity
- Pressurized
- Mounds
- Drip
- Aerobic Systems…. And more!
We are also authorized maintenance providers and installers for the following system types:
- Advantex
- Bio-microbics INC
- Salcor Inc
- Jet Inc
- Norweco
- Pentair/Whitewater
- Multi-flo
- Nuwater
- LoweFLOW/OSCAR
- And more……….
Site Prep
Before breaking ground, we suggest taking several key steps to ensure a problem-free septic system installation.
Those steps include:
Identify Tank & Drain Field Location:
Knowing where you are going to put the septic tank involves more than just picking where to dig a hole. You also need to make sure there is an appropriate amount of space for a septic drain field to be installed. The tank should be in a location that is lower than the building to allow for easier flow, and the field should be able to flow downhill from there. Septic systems often have a pump to feed the drain field, but having gravity on your side is always ideal.
Choose The Right-Sized Tank:
Picking the right tank size can make a big difference in site preparation. This has a direct impact on the size of the hole being dug and the size of the drain field being installed. It also depends on the needs of the occupants of the building and if it is residential or commercial. If you are planning on a growing family, it might be a good idea to plan ahead and get a bigger tank installed.
Get Informed About Permits:
Most home improvement and excavation projects need the right permits from your local government. We will discuss with you the required documents before breaking ground. By having the right paperwork on file, you’ll avoid a whole range of potential problems. This will also make sure we all know where you can dig on the property to avoid power lines and pipes.
For site preparation, excavation, and other septic system installation needs, call Johnny’s Septic Service today!
Frequently Asked Questions
There are different types of septic systems and tanks and different types of problems that can occur within the tank or system. In addition, the age of the tank and the type of material the tank is made of, including concrete, fiberglass, or polyethylene, will have an impact on the ability to repair the tank if it is damaged.
In general, most septic tanks and systems will last about four decades with property maintenance. The type of tank, any problems with tree root growth, or vehicle traffic around or over the tank can all increase the likelihood the tank will need earlier repairs or replacement.
We can provide an inspection of the tank and let homeowners know if the issue can be repaired or if the tank needs to be replaced. In some cases, the price for the replacement of the tank may be more cost-effective in the long run than repairing an older septic tank.
