Permeability and the presence of oxygen will help dictate the design and execution of an effective onsite system
From the design phase to the end user, all parties responsible for operations and maintenance need to plan ahead for the best outcome
Over time, new driveways, excavation and cosmetic grading changes can lead to overloaded drainfields
When suitable soils eluded BBB Septic designer Piper Satterfield, pumping effluent to higher elevation was the only answer for a conventional replacement system
Periodic hands-on training with soil samples will sharpen the abilities of seasoned onsite professionals and lead to better system design
Installers don’t always have time for long-term monitoring to find wet conditions at a build site. If you’re in a hurry, follow these alternative methods to identify suitable drainfield locations.
We continue to explore the nitty-gritty soil science behind identification based on colors and conditions you encounter during excavation
You don’t have to be a soil scientist to evaluate soil coloration found in the field. We’ll teach you the basics.