Septic Solutions
Learn the difference between Aerobic, Conventional Graveled, and Effluent Disposal Systems; Find out which one is right for your home.
AEROBIC SEPTIC SYSTEMS
The basic aerobic septic system, aka aerobic treatment unit (ATU), aerobic wastewater treatment plant and aerobic treatment sewage disposal system, is a system that provides a suitable oxygen-rich environment for organisms that can reduce the organic portion of the waste into carbon dioxide and water in the presence of oxygen.
CONVENTIONAL SEPTIC SYSTEMS
The older-style graveled systems contain a layer of gravel in the drain field. While some treatment of waste occurs in the septic tanks, most of the treatment occurs as wastewater discharged from the tank enters the drain field and is filtered through the gravel and the soil below.
SEPTIC WASTEWATER DISTRIBUTION
The basic aerobic septic system, aka aerobic treatment unit (ATU), aerobic wastewater treatment plant and aerobic treatment sewage disposal system, is a system that provides a suitable oxygen-rich environment for organisms that can reduce the organic portion of the waste into carbon dioxide and water in the presence of oxygen.
