In the past decade, the number of houses and buildings that use septic tanks as part of their drainage systems has drastically increased. The standard sewer systems have many drawbacks that have made septic tanks more unpopular.
This is especially true for households that are in the country or far away from urban areas, as septic tanks can be installed anywhere for the same price. However, this is not the only reason why septic tanks are becoming so popular and today we are going to talk about the benefits they offer.
They treat the water on-site
Septic tanks are completely independent and work on their own. This means that they also have a built-in water filtration system, so you don’t have to rely on the public sewer system in any way. In case of major problems on the public system, repairs or overflow, you won’t be affected. If your filtration system has issues, you can get a quick septic tank service and fix the issue the same day.
They last for a long time
A lot of people think that septic tanks need to be changed often and they don’t want to have so much hassle around it. However, septic tanks can last from 20 and up to 40 years, depending on the type of tank and how well you maintain it. This means that septic tanks are a once-in-a-lifetime purchase.
Easy maintenance
Septic tanks are easy to maintain and the only thing that needs to be done is tank pumping, which happens every 3 to 5 years and costs around $250. The owner also has to do an inspection and smaller cleaning every month to ensure that everything works properly and without clutter.
Cost-effective
Using a septic drainage system saves money. It doesn’t require you to install any new pipes or pay for large repairs when something goes wrong in the public system. At the same time, you won’t have to pay water bills or taxes, which means that septic tanks save money over time.
Eco-friendly
Public sewer systems use chemicals and energy to operate properly. At the same time, they often leak into the ground and contaminate the soil. A septic tank doesn’t require a sewer system and doesn’t require any energy or chemicals. It has a natural filtration system that in no way damages the environment.
Even though septic systems have a higher initial cost, they are better than sewage systems and save both money and the environment, and this is why so many people choose this drainage option.
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