An Overview Of Septic Tank Systems Introduction A septic tank is a buried container that holds domestic wastewater to reduce the risk of contamination. Septic tanks are usually made of concrete, fiberglass, or plastic and are located underground. They contain a series of chambers that hold anaerobic bacteria and enzymes that break down solid waste…
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Prevent septic freezing
Read articleMany property owners in the United States must use on-site waste water treatment systems, or septic systems, to treat organic waste water created on their property. Estimates are that somewhere between one-quarter to one-third of all waste water is treated by property owners with septic systems.
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Grease traps have long been used in restaurants and food processing plants to prevent fats, oils and grease (FOG) from entering the septic tank and, eventually, the drainfield or sewer system. Are they a candidate for residential septic systems?
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