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How Septic Systems Work | US EPA - U.S. Environmental ...
The septic tank is a buried, water-tight container usually made of concrete, fiberglass, or polyethylene. Its job is to hold the wastewater long enough to allow solids to settle down to the bottom forming sludge, while the oil and grease floats to the top as scum.
How a Septic System Works -- and Common Problems
SEPTIC TANK. After passing from the house, the wastewater collects in the septic tank. Septic tanks typically range from 1,000 to 2,000 gallons and are made of concrete, heavy plastic, or metal. High-quality concrete tanks are the most durable and, if not damaged, should last 40 years or more.
Types of Septic Systems | US EPA - U.S. Environmental ...
A septic tank is a buried, watertight tank designated and constructed to receive and partially treat raw domestic sanitary wastewater. Heavy solids settle to the bottom of the tank while greases and lighter solids float to the top.
Septic Systems: How They Work and How to Maintain Them - This ...
What are Septic Tanks and How Do They Work? Septic tanks are made from concrete or heavyweight plastic and typically have a capacity of 1000 to 2000 gallons. There are two chambers in the tank, separated by a partial wall. Waste flows from the house into the larger chamber.
All About Septic Tanks - This Old House
What is a Septic Tank? A septic tank is a watertight receptacle that’s buried in the ground. A two- to three-bedroom house usually requires a minimum of a 1000-gallon capacity tank. It is connected to the house’s waste drains by a pipe that feeds into the tank inlet.
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