Many Hawaii residents choose septic installation for new construction and properties that need to update cesspools because they manage waste without threatening the environment. Choosing the right location for the tank will ensure the system works efficiently and lasts for many years. Here are four considerations for selecting the perfect area for septic installation.

4 Location Factors to Consider During Septic Installation 

1. Local Regulations

Always check with the Public Works Building Division to learn what regulations you need to follow for a legal septic installation. These permits will determine facts like drainfield dimensions, tank material, and proximity to water sources. 

2. Utility Line Locations

When digging during septic installation, you don’t want to hit utility lines and disrupt service. Call the utility companies to learn where electricity, gas, and cable lines are buried, and choose a location away from them.

3. Landscaping 

Planting anything on top of the septic tank, like a garden or flowerbed, will put too much weight on it and may lead to breakage. Pick a part of the yard that will feature only grass for the tank’s home.

4. Soil Quality

Septic systems feature drainfields that help filter the wastewater from the tank. Search for a level location with absorbent, sandy soil that will offer the best filter for percolation. A septic professional can perform a percolation test to learn which areas of the property are ideal for the drainfield.

If you need professional septic installation, contact Ritas Equipment Rental & Trash Disposal in Kalaheo, HI. The locally owned and operated company is fully licensed and insured, and the trained staff follows OSHA and NIOSH® regulations for operating heavy equipment. Call the company at (808) 332-8339 to make an appointment, or visit the website for information on their septic services.