What Do Wastewater Treatment Systems Do?

Residential wastewater generally falls under two classes—grey water and black water. Grey water is water that has been used or contaminated, and would otherwise go down the drain; such as water from the shower, bath, basins, or laundry water. Black water is waste from the toilet.

Grey and black water is drained into the system, where it is broken down and treated. A home wastewater treatment system can remove contaminants, allowing this water to be re-used. While it will not regain potable quality (it will not become drinkable water again), properly treated water can be used for other purposes, such as irrigation for lawns or gardens.

A proper treatment process through a wastewater treatment system means that a maximum amount of water which would otherwise go to waste, is able to be re-used with minimal impact on the environment.

How Does It Work?

Before installation can begin, you'll need to decide what kind of septic system you want. This will also help you determine the size of the septic tank that will work best for your home. If you're not sure what the right system is for your needs, speak to a member of our team who will be happy to advise.
 
The next step is to determine whether your property is serviced by a municipal sewer system or if it's on a private well and septic system. If so, we'll need to check with your local council to find out whether there are any restrictions on the installation of a new system in your area. If you're building a new home, we'll also need to liaise with an experienced contractor or builder about the location of your home's septic tank before making any final decisions about where it should be placed.
 
Once we have chosen a suitable tank and we have permission to install it, the actual installation process can start. This typically takes around five to seven days, but this will depend on weather conditions and whether any prep work needs to be completed on the land where the system is being placed.

Why Are Regular Septic Tank Maintenance Services Important?

There are many benefits to having regular maintenance done on your septic system. The most obvious is that it will keep your septic tank in good working condition and prevent any problems from escalating. This allows you to avoid backups and clogs which can be costly to resolve. It also helps you avoid expensive fines from the city or county if they discover that you have not been maintaining your system properly.