Before You Get That Drainfield Installed

A drainfield is a vitally important link in the chain of a modern septic system. Without a properly-working drainfield, Septic & Drainfield Depot you risk letting pathogens contaminate the soil around your building. These pathogens mainly come from human waste, in particular feces.These pathogens not only poison the soil, they can also get into underground water sources. This carries a very real risk of spreading disease to anyone who drinks or otherwise uses the contaminated water. Responsible homeowners understand that keeping the soil and water clean benefits everyone. A proper drain field helps make this job easier.Could I do the job on my own instead of paying a professional?DIYers should be aware that while this job is not impossible to do by yourself, it certainly is not easy to get done. For one thing, you must choose the site for your drainfield carefully. It must be at least 10 feet away from any water source and an edible garden if you have one, but it must be close enough to the septic tank.For another, you cannot just pick a site and start digging. The proper authorities must be notified so you can get a proper building permit. Many health departments require a percolation test to gauge the sustainability of the drainfield soil. It's important to establish this before you start working. Find out if authorities would prefer to have this done by a professional - laws regarding septic tank usage vary widely.

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