If you own a septic system or cesspool, one of the most frustrating scenarios imaginable is the hassle and cost associate with replacing or repairing a damaged or failing system. Many imagine that this means paying through the nose to have a professional come out and dig up the system, assess the damage and then hash out exactly how much all of these repairs and labor are going to cost you. It can equate to days or weeks of inconvenience, and the price tag can escalate quickly.
What if there was another solution? aerobic treatment units are becoming a popular alternative to conventional septic system repair today and are available at dealers like Valley Isle Plumbing, a preferred provider for ATU in Maui. Let’s take a quick look at what makes these systems stand out from more traditional solutions.
Traditional systems operate in an oxygen free environment that not only allows for, but actually promotes the growth of a sludge like substance called the biomat. These conventional systems rely on a gravity induced drain field in order to work properly, and the biomat actually clogs the ground and side walls of the drain field over time. This is the most common cause of failure in conventional septic systems.
aerobic treatment units are designed to convert your conventional treatment system into what is called an aerobic system rather than anaerobic (no oxygen.) The difference here is that the oxygen deprived environment of your current septic system is converted into an oxygen rich septic system. This allows aerobic bacteria, which is capable of consuming a great deal more biological material than anaerobic bacteria, to thrive within the septic system. This change not only reduces the build up of the biomat but also helps to shrink it over time. In many cases, the aerobic bacteria introduced into the system will cause the biomat to starve and disappear completely, given enough time.
Converting your septic system with the aid of an Aerobic Treatment Unit may be a bit of an investment now but could end up saving you a great deal of hassle and money down the road. It’s no small wonder that so many are turning to this alternative septic treatment solution, and it is becoming a widely sought system among current septic owners.
