Buying land for homesteading and sustainable living means that you likely have at least one septic tank to replace. In fact, some older homesteads may have more than one septic tank placed around the property where older buildings used to be at one time. If you are looking at the main septic tank and you realize it may need to be replaced, there are a few things to keep in mind about your purchase.
Number of Buildings
The first thing you need to consider is how many buildings will be connected to the septic tank. Normally this would not be a consideration, but on a homestead, it can be an issue. For example, if you have the main home as well as a guest home and a barn, they all may be connected in someway to the septic tank. This makes a difference in the capacity of the tank you will need and its placement as well. Consider how many buildings will use the tank and the usage amount from each one.
Pre-Plumbed Tanks
You have a choice with a septic tank purchase concerning the plumbing. You can purchase the tank with plumbing holes and sockets ready to go. There are benefits to this, including knowing that the holes are ready and are not going to crack or damage the tank. The other option is to have the plumbing taken care of yourself. If you do this option, consider using a professional plumber to ensure that the plumbing does not damage the tank. Keep in mind that the pre-plumbed options do save some time, and they are ready to be placed with little construction involved.
Renovation of Current Tanks
One of the options you have is to renovate or refurbish the current septic tanks on the homestead. Though this isn't a direct purchase exactly, there are a few new items that may need in order to do the repairs. One of the things you may need is a new tank lid. This will likely be concrete. If that is the case, you need to consider if the concrete should be inspected along the walls of the tank. This will ensure that the tank itself does not need to be replaced and is not seeping into the ground.
These are just a few of the considerations you should keep in mind for your septic tank purchase on your homestead. If you think you have some options narrowed down, contact your local septic tank dealer. They can help with pricing and ordering information in your area.
Share21 December 2017
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