Sewer System vs. Septic Tank Installation – Which Is Best?

You probably won’t have a choice as to whether that house you’re thinking of purchasing is on a septic or sewer system. It’s a done deal most likely, unless the neighborhood has septic tank installation but plans are underway to petition the town to change to sewers – in which case, you can usually agree to stay put or hook up.

With regards to the environment, there are pros and cons to each of these systems. Both are designed to treat wastewater from toilets (black water) and water that comes from showers, sinks, washing machines and dishwashers (gray water). Municipal sewer systems and septic tank installation work in similar ways, using microorganisms to filter out viruses, bacteria and other disease-causing pathogens before the cleansed water is released back into the environment.

If given a choice, most people would probably prefer to be on a shared municipal sewer system. The main reason is because the burden of keeping it running efficiently falls on local government, which supposedly has the expertise and money to make sure wastewater is properly treated throughout the region.

Proponents of septic tank installation say that well-designed and maintained systems will hold up even in the biggest of storms. But vigilant planning is vital; the only way to guarantee efficient treatment is to have a trained professional ensure that suitable, unsaturated soil exists for a septic system.

At Southeastern Septic LLC in Lakeland, FL, we offer top-quality residential and commercial septic services, including tank pumping and repair, new installations, sump pump replacement, green swamp inspections, real estate inspections, drain cleaning, and much more. Please contact us today for more information.