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I don't remember the name of the comedian but her statement that the grass grows the best over the septic tank is a good starting place if the house is occupied and it hasn't rained in a long time. Otherwise, use the same method used to located caskets in an old grave yard. (I did this as a boy scout with the sextant of St James Church in Elmhurst, NY) Obtain a long steel rod 5 or 6 feet long, locate where the drain line exits the house, gently push the rod down into the soil to tap on the pipe, when found, follow it out to first a holding tank and than to the septic tank itself. If found , take measurements from two stationary points( two corners of the house is good) and make a permanent chart for future use. Note : If the house isn't in use, there will be no noticeable difference in the grass where the tank is. Also, a piece of rebar will work ,but be much harder to push into the soil or retrieve. Grease on the rod helps also. A lot of work, but sometimes one gets lucky.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoIf you know where the tank is, there should be two opening in the top. A small one towards the house and a larger one on the other end. If you do not know the location of the tank and it is not buried too deep, it is probably in line with the main vent in the roof. Use a metal rod to locate it. The top of the tank will be slightly lower than the lowest drain in the house. If you have a floor drain, that means the top of the tank is several feet below the surface.
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∙ 10y agoIt is not advised to make a homemade septic tank for your yard. Septic tanks need to be made and installed to certain building codes. It is best to have a company come and install the tank in your yard.
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∙ 15y agoBlue prints and possibly looking for vent or clean out cover
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∙ 14y agoMetal detector / blue prints
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Septic Tank Pumping?
form_title= Septic Tank Pumping form_header= Keep unwanted sewage out of your yard. Have you ever pumped your septic tank before?*= () Yes () No When was the last time the tank was pumped?*= _ [50] Are you experiencing any issues?*= () Yes () No
How do you know if you have a septic tank problem?
when you wake up in the morning and everything from ur septic tank is laying in ur front yard. you might wanna get it fixed then!
Where in Ky can i find a septic tank system?
If you want to install a septic tank system in Kentucky you will need to work with a certified septic tank installer. Your installer will be able to help you find the right septic tank for your situation. You can find a list of certified installers through your local department of health.
Where can find guides to septic tank cleaning online?
You can find septic tank cleaning guides on the following site: http://www.inspectapedia.com/septic/tankpump.htm. It is a very helpful resource.
Does auto insurance cover damage to septic tank?
I don't see how an automobile can cause damage to a septic tank. Perhaps more information is needed to help answer your question. I guess if you had a septic tanks sitting in your yard before installing and if a driver lost control of his vehicle and ran into your septic tank then yes the auto insurance would pay for the cost to repair or replace the septic tank.
How do you use the word swampy in a sentence?
After the septic tank flooded, the back yard was a swampy mess.
Where should the water from a septic system evaporate?
into the ground, your septic has a tank that separates solids and liquids. The solids stay in tank until pumped out and the liquids continue into a leech field that is all over your yard.
What companies perform septic tank cleaning?
There is no national cleaning agency for septic tanks. The best resource to find a septic tank cleaner is a local yellow pages or the company that installed the original.
How do you find out if your home sewage system have a septic tank?
ask a plumber...
How effective is a septic tank?
it upon the material used to build the septic tank
How to Clean a Septic Tank?
An overfilled septic tank can cause backups in a sewer line, causing many problems in a plumbing system. If a septic tank has overflowed, it is usually clogged with excessive organic debris. A septic tank cleaner can be a good first step when treating a septic tank overflow. Septic tank cleaners contain natural bacteria and enzymes, designed to break down organic material in human waste. Excessive disposal of bleach and detergents into a septic line can kill these bacteria, preventing the breakdown of septic waste in a tank. If a septic cleaner doesn't clear a tank after a week, it may be necessary to use a professional septic tank cleaning service.
Maintaining Your Septic System?
Performing routine septic tank maintenance will prevent your septic tank from backing up and flooding your yard. If a septic tank backup happens, it could cost you thousands of dollars to fix. Use a septic tank kit that you can pour down the toilet once a month. It will contain the necessary enzymes needed to breakdown solid waste material inside the septic tank, keeping fluid flowing freely through the drainpipe. Avoid disposing of materials such as Q-tips, tampons or excessive toilet paper, as these items will clog your system and are hard to break down. Consider using septic system safe toilet paper.
