Learn More About Your Septic Systems and Tank Filters
Most septic systems have one or two septic tanks, an aeration tank, or a mix of both, plus a filter system. Some setups also include a sump pump. We've got some basic info on common types of septic tanks and filter systems. If your system isn't listed and you want more details, just
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- Standard-size tanks are 500, 750, 1000, 1250, 1500, and 2000 gallons.
- Septic tanks do not contain an aerator.
- Septic tanks are followed by a filter bed with or without a sump pump, or leach field.
- Septic tanks do not contain an aerator.
- Some homes have only septic tanks.
- Jet tanks have a capacity of 1,170 gallons and are made of concrete.
- Some models include a pre-treatment tank with a capacity of either 500 or 1,000 gallons.
- Depending on the configuration, certain Jet systems come with a sump pump.
- The design of Jet tanks features three compartments: primary, aeration, and clarifier.
- Routine cleaning is performed in the primary and aeration compartments.
- Some Jet tanks are equipped with a filter bed or an up-flow filter for secondary treatment.
- The Jet system utilizes an aerator to mix and oxygenate the liquid, aiding in the breakdown of solid matter.
- Jet tanks have a capacity of 1,170 gallons and are made of concrete.
- Some models include a pre-treatment tank with a capacity of either 500 or 1,000 gallons.
- Depending on the configuration, certain Jet systems come with a sump pump.
- The design of jet tanks features three compartments: primary, aeration, and clarifier.
- Routine cleaning is performed in the primary and aeration compartments.
- If not enrolled in an Operation & Maintenance Program plan, only the primary tank should be cleaned.
- Jet BAT tanks do not have secondary treatment.
- The Jet system utilizes an aerator to mix and oxygenate the liquid, aiding in the breakdown of solid matter.
- Jet BAT tanks have a media in the aeration compartment that requires periodic maintenance.
- Singulair tanks have a capacity of either 1,300 or 1,600 gallons and are made of concrete.
- Some systems include a sump pump, depending on the configuration.
- The design of Singulair tanks features three compartments: primary, aeration, and clarifier.
- Routine cleaning is performed in the primary and aeration compartments.
- Singulair tanks do not have secondary treatment.
- The Singulair system uses an aerator to mix and oxygenate the liquid, aiding in the breakdown of solid matter.
- Singulair tanks have a Bio-Kinetic filter in the clarifier compartment that requires periodic maintenance.
- Most Multi-flo tanks in our service area have a capacity of 500 gallons and are made of fiberglass.
- Some models include a pre-treatment tank with a capacity of either 500 or 1,000 gallons.
- Depending on the configuration, certain Multi-flo systems come with a sump pump.
- Multi-flo tanks feature a single aerated compartment with 30 cloth fiber tubes or socks.
- The Multi-flo system uses an aerator to mix and oxygenate the liquid, aiding in the breakdown of solid matter.
- Periodic maintenance is required for the fiber tubes or socks, along with regular pumping.
- The Multi-flo aerator is positioned at the bottom of the tank on a tripod.
- Most Nayadic tanks in our service area have a capacity of 500 gallons and are made of fiberglass.
- Some models include a pre-treatment tank with a capacity of either 500 or 1,000 gallons.
- Depending on the configuration, certain Nayadic systems come with a sump pump.
- Nayadic tanks feature a single aerated compartment.
- The Nayadic system uses an external compressor to mix and oxygenate the liquid, aiding in the breakdown of solid matter.
- Periodic maintenance is required for the compressor, along with regular pumping.
- Nayadic compressors are located in a box next to the system or occasionally inside the home or garage.
- Most Hoot tanks in our area have a capacity of 1,500 gallons and are made of concrete.
- Hoot systems typically include a sump pump that pumps effluent from the tank to the mound or, in some cases, to the storm sewer.
- These systems use a compressor to aerate the liquid, aiding in the breakdown of solid matter.
- Periodic maintenance is required for the compressor, along with regular pumping.
- Most Whitewater tanks in our area have a capacity of 1,000 gallons and are made of fiberglass.
- Some models include a sump pump, depending on the configuration.
- Whitewater tanks consist of a single plastic tank and may include a pre-treatment tank with a capacity of either 500 or 1,000 gallons.
- These systems use a compressor to aerate the liquid, aiding in the breakdown of solid matter.
- Periodic maintenance is required for the compressor, along with regular pumping.
- It is used as a secondary treatment with septic and aeration.
- Made of layers of sand and gravel.
- Sized to the amount of bedrooms in the home it serves.
- Always has a discharge point either to the surface or to a storm sewer line.
- It is used as a secondary treatment after septic or aeration tanks.
- Constructed from perforated pipe surrounded by gravel.
- Typically buried no more than 18 inches deep.
- Does not have a drainage point.
- Homeowners with leach fields should monitor water usage closely. Conserving water can significantly extend the life of the field.
- It is used with septic or aeration tanks.
- May have "evergreen" trees planted on top.
- Homeowners with mounds should monitor water usage closely. Conserving water can significantly extend the life of the mound.
- It always follows a Jet system.
- Features two square concrete lids forming a rectangle.
- Requires periodic cleaning, typically every other tank cleaning.
- There are various methods to clean the up-flow, but only one correct way: pump the tank and up-flow, and wash the gravel and concrete grate inside.
- It is used with Singulair systems.
- It requires maintenance every six months.
- County regulations prohibit onsite cleaning.
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