If you decide to equip a storage septic tank on a suburban area or on the territory of a private house, then it is important to initially carry out preparatory work. It is necessary to decide what material will be the basis of the system. The most common today are plastic or concrete cesspools. Among other things, it is necessary to take into account the rules for the location of this structure. The storage septic tank should be located at a distance of 5 meters from residential buildings. If there are wells or similar structures on the territory, then the container from them must be removed by 30 meters. If groundwater is high, then it will be necessary to install a treatment structure above the ground without immersing it in the ground. The owners must provide access roads to the pit, as it will have to be pumped out systematically. In order to ensure good passage of sewage through the pipes, it is necessary to position the storage tank so that the pipeline approaches it in a straight path or has a minimum number of turns.
Features of preparation
If you will equip a storage septic tank, then you need to determine at what height the entrance will be locatedpipeline to the cleaning tank. After that, it is necessary to prepare a trench for pipes and a foundation pit for the drive. If the pipes are located underground, then they need to be deepened by 1 meter, while 20 cm will be spent on the preparation of gravel and sand. This is necessary so that when frost sets in, the water that is located inside does not freeze. This will ensure the integrity of the pipes, otherwise there may be an obstacle to the outflow of sewage. If the pipeline is located on the surface of the earth, then this problem does not cease to be relevant. This issue can be partially solved by isolating the system with special materials.
Work on the installation of a storage tank made of reinforced concrete rings
A storage septic tank can be equipped using concrete rings. When preparing the pit, it is necessary to carry out earthworks in such a way that the walls of the container are one meter away from the walls of the pit. This distance provides access to the structure around the entire perimeter. The bottom must be well leveled; leveling with a cement screed is the best option. A concrete ring is mounted on the surface, which has a bottom. There should be support protrusions at the top. At the next stage, the second element is mounted, which is a concrete ring with protrusions for the hatch on the top. Rubber should be used as a sealant. The storage septic tank assumes the presence of a pipeline, for it, using a perforator in the lowerThe ring needs two holes. One of them will be for air intake. Now you can mount a pipe for the outlet of gases, as well as install a sewer pipe. The resulting joints should be sealed with a solution. After the entire surface has dried, it should be treated with liquid glass.
Recommendations for arranging a cesspool from concrete rings
If you decide to equip a storage septic tank for a summer residence, then reinforced concrete rings can be used for this. To begin with, it is important to determine how many people will constantly use the system. The basis is one cubic meter per person. Thus, for a family of 3 people, 12 cubic meters of a storage septic tank will be enough. At the same time, natural needs are taken into account and it is assumed that there will be a washing machine in the house. It will be necessary to clean such a system approximately 2 times a year.
When accumulative septic tanks are equipped, containers can be selected from different materials. Installation of drain pipes must be laid even during the construction of the house. If the building is quite old, and the sewerage system is not provided for in it, then the pipes are laid to a depth of 80 cm, while it is important to observe the slope. It is necessary to finally remove the pipes at the last stage. When deciding on rings for the sewer system, it is preferable to purchase factory-made products. It is not recommended to use those that have already been in operation. During this time, they could lose their tightness. During installationreinforced concrete rings cannot be done without special lifting equipment. This is one of the disadvantages of using such rings. After all, renting equipment will entail additional costs.
Nuances during work
Storage fiberglass septic tanks, of course, are considered a more modern option. However, not everyone is satisfied with them for some reason. If you decide to prefer reinforced concrete rings, then the bottom of the pit must be properly equipped, this is the only way you will eliminate the harmful effects of sewage on the environment. For 4 parts of sand, one part of cement and crushed stone should be used, the last of which is used in the amount of 6 parts. A solution is prepared from these ingredients, to which water is gradually added.
Installing a storage pit made of plastic
Cumulative septic tanks have recently been increasingly equipped with plastic containers. Such popularity of this material is due to the ease of installation. However, such a system has a significant drawback. It is expressed in the fact that the container cannot be completely hidden underground.
Installation features
Storage septic tanks made of plastic are equipped according to a technology that involves the preparation of a pit, its walls should be at a distance of 30 cm from the tank. The tank is installed on a leveled surface, which is covered with sandpillow or concrete screed. The tank must be equipped with additional elements such as a ventilation pipe, as well as a float that acts as a beacon. This element is necessary for signaling the filling of the tank. After the tank is installed on the site, you need to fix it. Inside, clean water should be poured to a height of 15 cm, but no more. Outside, the support platform should be fixed using a mortar that consists of cement and sand. It is strictly forbidden to exert any load on the surface of the container. Filling the container with earth is strictly prohibited. Accumulative plastic septic tanks, although they cannot be hidden under the surface of the earth, are becoming more and more relevant for country houses. This is mainly due to the fact that products of this type are absolutely hermetic, which is confirmed when compared with concrete storage tanks. They serve much longer, which is why they justify their cost in a short time.
Features of fiberglass storage cleaning systems
On sale today you can find cumulative fiberglass septic tanks. They are made using unsaturated polyester resins. This improves the reliability of the tanks. The manufacturer guarantees the lifetime of fiberglass tanks for 50 years. Such products are specially designed for use in the Russian climate, which indicates that fiberglass is resistant to external influences. Storage plastic septic tanksand fiberglass, it is very convenient to mount due to the fact that they are light in weight, while they are characterized by high strength. Installation does not involve waterproofing or caisson manipulations.
Conclusion
The most frequently used fiberglass storage septic tank. The high level of groundwater allows the use of only such purification systems. That is why it is necessary to carry out geological research before starting work.
