Every home has some sort of system that carries away water and waste that is produced in the house, whether it’s a public sewer system or an on-site septic system. Septic systems are more common in rural areas or along the east coast, and more developed areas have the infrastructure for a public sewer system. In Long Island and the greater Suffolk County, a majority of residents have septic tanks. But what is a septic system and how does it work? And why is Suffolk County encouraging homeowners to upgrade to an Innovative Alternative Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems (I/A OWTS)?
What Is A Septic System?
All wastewater that is produced in a home, from everything that goes down the toilet to what goes down the kitchen sink and garbage disposal to water used in the washing machine, needs to go somewhere. That’s where your septic system comes in. All of this water and waste is directed to an underground chamber located outside the home that is commonly made of either concrete, plastic, or fiberglass. It is considered a type of on-site sewage treatment system.
How Does A Septic System Work?
- First, water and waste flow into the septic holding tank from the house.
- Inside the tank, anaerobic bacteria begins to break down organic matter.
- As material is broken down, fats, oil, and grease float to the surface; this is known as scum. Solids settle down to the bottom, which is known as sludge.
- A middle layer of liquid, known as effluent, then drains from the tank and enters a drain field or leach field. This is a large underground area located away from the home.
- Liquid wastewater exits through piping into the drain field onto a porous surface like sand or gravel.
- Here, aerobic bacteria and soil complete the decomposition process and begin to treat the wastewater.
- Clean water then filters into the soil and it eventually seeps down into the groundwater.
Work With Advanced Wastewater Solutions For Your Septic Tank Upgrade or Installation
If you live in a high priority area, Suffolk County requires that the property is equipped with an Innovative and Alternative On-Site Wastewater Treatment Systems (I/A OWTS). Advanced Wastewater Solutions (AWS) has been providing septic tank upgrades and new installations in Long Island and the greater Suffolk County for years. Our technicians are certified Fuji Clean installers and operators, ensuring that your home is getting the service it needs. Fuji Clean wastewater treatment systems remove upwards of 90% of nitrogen from wastewater, helping prevent even the possibility of pollution downstream.
If you’re making improvements to your home or are planning on a new construction build, installing a new system is required. If you are concerned about the quality of water in your home and surrounding community, a Fuji Clean system is an effective way to treat wastewater so your family can enjoy peace of mind. Whatever your needs are, get in touch with the team at AWS in Suffolk County today. We can ensure that an upgrade or installation is done correctly and efficiently.
