Septic Tank Installation in Birmingham, Alabama

Septic Tank System Installation

The proper septic tank system suitable for your home is influenced by numerous factors -- weather conditions, household size, whether you have a garbage disposal, and other factors. Birmingham Plumbing Services will collaborate with you or your chosen contractor to guarantee that your septic tank system is set up correctly and efficiently.

Septic Tank System Installation - The Basics

Your septic tank is surrounded by various pieces of infrastructure to confirm it functions correctly. This involves drainage field, piping and water lines, baffles for inlet and outlet, and holes in pipes to disperse water back into the drain field. It is vital that each part of your septic tank system is properly installed in to ensure your septic tank maintains longevity.

Septic Tank Location

Birmingham Plumbing Services's septic experts will partner with you to determine the best location for the installation. Factors to consider include your home's size, property design, local and statewide codes pertaining to the location, soil characteristics and environment. Considering these aspects, we will assist you to establish the appropriate place to set up your new system.

Septic Tank Size and Type

The correct size of your new system will depend on your household size. It is important that the size of your tank suits the members of your household and your bathrooms to avoid future issues. At Birmingham Plumbing Services, our technicians provide advice on the suitable tank size to use based on household size and the bathrooms in your home. They are knowledgeable about codes and regulations and environmental factors such as soil conditions and water tables to guide you in selecting about your tank and the type of material.

Drain Field Installation

Water resulting from natural processes in your septic tank is pushed out into field lines and perforated pipes adjacent to your septic tank. This system must be set up with precision in to confirm that the water is cleaned through natural processes and returned to the groundwater. This system is referred to as a leach field and needs meticulous setup and serviced regularly in order to ensure your septic system operates correctly.

Local Building Codes

Because septic tanks influence the quality of groundwater, strict codes regulate their installation. Birmingham Plumbing Services’s skilled technicians are familiar with regulations at all levels to ensure your new septic tank is within regulatory standards. Non-compliance with codes may result in significant fines and troubles for property owners in the coming years. Birmingham Plumbing Services we will make sure your installation is compliant and executed well.

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