It is important the system is repaired/replaced promptly & properly to minimize the health risk to your family, the community, and the environment.

Don’t attempt to repair a system yourself. A repair permit may be needed from your local health department.

Installation of a riser over the tank provides easier access for inspection and pumping. Don’t cover the septic tank or effluent disposal area with asphalt or concrete

… by reducing the amount of wastewater that must be treated and disposed of. Septic systems do not have unlimited capacity. Residential septic systems are designed to handle limited amount of waste water per bedroom per day. Overloads can occur seasonally or daily.

Damage to system components may occur.

This introduces additional water into the system and in some cases a salty brine which retards bacterial growth.

Damage to system components may occur.

Waste from garbage disposals does not contain enzymes and bacteria making it much harder for the bacteria in the tank to fully break these items down.

This is to prevent soil erosion.