Presby Septic System vs. Aerator Septic System?
I’m getting ready to build a new house and the county health department is telling me that I need a “Presby septic system” which I’ve never heard of, I know about anaerobic septic systems and aerator septic systems, how I know something about aerator septic systems, I had a house that with an anaerobic septic system and it was contaminating the neighbors water well, so I installed an aerator septic system to try to solve the problem, which I guess that it did, no more complaints from the neighbor, I’m thinking that I want to install an aerator septic system with the new home that I’m getting ready to build.
I’ve never heard of a “Presby septic system”, a 10 foot leach line is $94.00 that sounds high to me, I’m wondering if the Presby septic system is a sales marketing scam or gimmick, has anyone heard of the Presby septic system, any help will be appreciated.
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I’m sure you already checked this site.
https://presbyeco.com/products/enviro-septic/
Another type of system is called a raised bed system. These systems become necessary when the soil at a certain location has very poor percolation rates. A raised bed system basically sits on top of the ground and is covered with sand. The effluent then leaches into the sand and the top few inches of soil. They can be very costly to design and build. Infiltrator pipes are often used as the leaching pipe inside the sand bed. There are various types of raised bed systems; one that should be noted is a Presby septic system. The Presby system is less expensive and requires a smaller area for the leach field than standard raised bed systems. Only certified contractors are allowed to install Presby systems.
https://www.markporrettaexc.com/septic_systems_overview
So, what about an aerator septic system, wouldn't that kind of septic system increase the percolation rates?
Did they give you a reason? Did you ask them for the Code so you could find out what they think the problem is? Is this a system that everyone is required to use? Have you checked with a local septic company for comparable prices?