The Trusty Septic Tank
The Trusty Septic Tank Anyone who leaves out in the country is very familiar with the septic tank. The septic tank is your plumbing system. How does a septic tank work? Well, essentially you have the plumbing run from your house to the septic tank through a large PVC pipe. Depending on the size of your home you may have to have two septic tanks that are connected through the same pipe system. On the septic tank there is an inlet where the waste goes in, and an outlet that allows for the excess waste to flow out so that the septic tank does not overflow. This out-going waste travels down another PVC pipe that has holes in to allow the liquid waste to escape into the earth, and as such, provide nutrients for the soil. In order to help break down the larger waste, you will add a bacteria that actually eats down the large waste. How to Install a Septic Tank The septic tank system that will work for you for years with no issues, and is a must for anyone who intends to build a hous...