We have a septic system!!!

We finally have our septic system installed, I go over the details and show how it's done in this video.
Paul Gilmore
Paul's septic services 850-997-3517
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  • @kevinbrewer2141
    @kevinbrewer21412 жыл бұрын

    Great video. I've always recommended for people to put a copy of their septic system in or taped to the breaker box. So it doesn't get lost even if the home is sold.

  • @ACO-Amy

    @ACO-Amy

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great idea!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm good about keeping maps, manuals ect and passing them a long to new owners.

  • @simplesepticsecrets

    @simplesepticsecrets

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's a great idea I tell people to email themself a copy with the subject line septic but I like that the new person moving in can have the records

  • @GodBlessedAmerica
    @GodBlessedAmerica2 жыл бұрын

    The amount of planning ahead you’ve done is awesome. 🇺🇸👊🏼

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @PineyWoodsHomestead
    @PineyWoodsHomestead2 жыл бұрын

    I've installed hundreds of systems and serviced many more. The install looks good. Do service the tank. How often can be determined by many factors such as amount of people using it, garbage disposals, medication usage (believe it or not this takes a toll on good bacteria that eats your solids), etc. Rule of thumb is 5 years, but that's rule of thumb. As always I always say....it's your money. Do what you want to. The place is looking good ya'll.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    We are very cognizant of what we put in our drains, no fats and oils from cooking, no disposal, and try to limit harsh chemicals ect.

  • @PineyWoodsHomestead

    @PineyWoodsHomestead

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL that's very good ya'll. You'd be surprised the folks that aren't. That's when the problems start.

  • @truckguy6666

    @truckguy6666

    2 жыл бұрын

    I could see pumping 40-60 year old system every 5 years but a new well thought out system should go much longer! I am from the "maintain things" camp but 5 years is pretty often by my standards.

  • @mss34698
    @mss34698 Жыл бұрын

    Another great video and exactly what I needed to see. Thank you for the great information, it will help tremendously.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it

  • @kim.in.nature.
    @kim.in.nature.2 жыл бұрын

    I always wondered how this process was done. Now I know! Thanks

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching

  • @walterchapman2884
    @walterchapman28842 жыл бұрын

    Dang Kelly you don't miss anything, great idea keeping the measurements for your septic tank and drain lines. When you get ready to do something in that location you'll know!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I've played that game before of searching and digging. I've since learned keeping good notes and pictures is worth a lot.

  • @walterchapman2884

    @walterchapman2884

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL hey I understand completely good thinking!

  • @davidburkhart9184
    @davidburkhart91842 жыл бұрын

    Andrew you should add tuff tite risers to the tank access openings, the green lids will look ok and you will have easy access to the tank to have it pumped out in the future

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm going to put a flower bed there with a bird bath. Mulch the entire area and I can easily rake that back to access the lid.

  • @johnsoper6931
    @johnsoper69312 жыл бұрын

    👏👏👏👍 great video been waiting patiently all day for it

  • @debracarnley788
    @debracarnley7882 жыл бұрын

    It makes so much sense to run everything far away from the house. Our house's septic tank is literally 10 feet from the back door. Previous owners built a deck over it and we've had several expensive issues with it since we moved in 2 years ago. Kudos to you for thinking ahead!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Sorry to hear that

  • @simplesepticsecrets

    @simplesepticsecrets

    2 жыл бұрын

    I have had to dig a septic tank up under a deck once it was right under the beam 3 feet deep it was very expensive I wouldn't I would recommend installing a riser that can save time and money in the future. Good Luck 😃

  • @debracarnley788

    @debracarnley788

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@simplesepticsecrets We did install a riser recently.

  • @dancharron7098
    @dancharron70982 жыл бұрын

    Now this getting real now. Bathroom floors toilet install. Nice soon you will be in your new house. So happy for you guys!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes this does make it feel more like a functional home!

  • @dancharron7098

    @dancharron7098

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL the felling of accomplishment you are feeling must be tingling all the time. So keep on smiling bud

  • @jeremiahs45
    @jeremiahs452 жыл бұрын

    Check another item off the list for the house 👍🏻 could add 2 of those 24x24 decorative steppingstone over the tank lids to mark the spots for easy future pumping

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm thinking flower bed and bird bath will mark/protect the area.

  • @tkilg7169
    @tkilg71692 жыл бұрын

    Your foresight is impressive. I wish I had that gift when I was first building our home 45 years ago. At that time, I was corner cutting to a great degree, and I have regretted it ever since.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I understand, at times I've felt compelled to for financial reasons, but I just can't bring myself to do that.

  • @UserError7861

    @UserError7861

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL Great videos, been trying to make it through them since coming across your channel. The finances do play a big part of any large purchase. I forget who’s channel it was now, but they were discussing cutting corners. They mentioned that if you need to cut corners, that it’s best to do it on the finishings. Since once completed it’s not cheap or easy to change structural or integrated items. But those finishing items like flooring, paints and similar items can be much easier to change later if wanted.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree

  • @sheiladecker9802
    @sheiladecker98022 жыл бұрын

    Happy things are moving along for you.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @ShaneZettelmier
    @ShaneZettelmier2 жыл бұрын

    I was waiting for the ultimate joke … You were talking about over sizing the septic system and in my head I just kept hearing you saying “overdoodoo is what I do!” 😂😂😂

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    🤣🤣🤣

  • @georgerydberg4393
    @georgerydberg43932 жыл бұрын

    Sure is well thought out house.

  • @ACO-Amy
    @ACO-Amy2 жыл бұрын

    I always learn so much from watching you Andrew, thanks for all the great info. Another well done job!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the support

  • @rebus570
    @rebus5702 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear about the double cleanouts & two 45's instead of a 90, the proper word is "solids" for non liquids. Glad to see the end is near, flooring, bath fixtures, kit sink, a few doors, & the great room

  • @rebus570

    @rebus570

    2 жыл бұрын

    Celing & countertops & your done.

  • @mikerichard-FOPA3
    @mikerichard-FOPA32 жыл бұрын

    Another great video Thank’s Andrew!!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching

  • @mackjenkins7721
    @mackjenkins77212 жыл бұрын

    Hey Andrew how's it going. Man that was awesome Watching them put the septic tank in the ground. They did a really good job. I know it's awesome to have buddies like that that can give you a good deal on things like that. I also like how he smooth everything back out. A lot of companies they just leave it rough-looking. Hope you are staying warm down there. It's a nice wall 27 degree temperature here. Good video buddy you take it easy.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Was 30 this morning and 31 tomorrow, rather chilly down here in Florida too. Take care!

  • @kingwood4357
    @kingwood43572 жыл бұрын

    Moving right along now

  • @rongray4847
    @rongray48472 жыл бұрын

    Another great video Andrew thanks. That's a great idea to measure that all out for maybe future use. Again you and Tiffany are going to have one beautiful home and property. Good luck moving forward. Take care. 🇨🇦

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much! Take care

  • @deniselee418
    @deniselee4182 жыл бұрын

    So happy for you.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @LorenTedford
    @LorenTedford2 жыл бұрын

    Hey you might put that pipe in for the pool drain at the same location as your water run of just a thought..

  • @5150cash
    @5150cash2 жыл бұрын

    That's some good tractor work. But you need to slow down because my gas for you guys to move in the house was May 5th at this rate you guys will be in before that 🤦🏽‍♂️..... And if you had your own mini x you could have saved that much more money and done the septic system yourself I'm just saying, 🤷🏽‍♂️.... Incase Mrs Tiffany reads this comment 😁

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lol well I don't know that a $80k mini would be saving me money anytime soon.

  • @hfuqua1
    @hfuqua12 жыл бұрын

    I like the new mini excavator

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wish it was mine!

  • @PineyGroveHomestead
    @PineyGroveHomestead2 жыл бұрын

    What an awesome milestone to achieve. I didn't realize those clam shell plastic pieces in the drain field didn't have a pipe going thru them!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nope just creates a hollow cavity

  • @caroledwards3465
    @caroledwards34652 жыл бұрын

    Wow just noticed you have 40k subscribers fantastic best wishes from the North Norfolk coast UK

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much

  • @johnspoon923
    @johnspoon9232 жыл бұрын

    We put risers on the lids for our septic tank. Although you see them, it helps you to remember not to run over it with anything heavy. Lids are green so it blends in with the grass.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm thinking flower bed and bird bath in that area. Makes a good looking "don't drive here" marker.

  • @simplesepticsecrets

    @simplesepticsecrets

    2 жыл бұрын

    Risers are great Saves my back when digging up a septic tank. It's also very important when installing a filter like the one in this video.

  • @wildercreekhoney

    @wildercreekhoney

    2 жыл бұрын

    Risers on the lids is the best option. especially if you need to need to cleean out those filters. I would never have a septic system installed without them.

  • @gaylewatkins4685
    @gaylewatkins46852 жыл бұрын

    You have come a long way on the infrastructure for the house. The end of the tunnel in sight now. You are an inspiration as a builder/contractor. Great job on building your farm. God Bless.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, God bless!

  • @pampilgrim2274
    @pampilgrim22742 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Andrew! Wow. Move in date will be here before you know it. Just think how time has flown since Christmas.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Still a lot to do, but making progress!

  • @HughMyronM8
    @HughMyronM82 жыл бұрын

    I'm having a mound system installed right now in north FL.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mounds are very common here, we have enough elevation that it wasn't required.

  • @warnickfamilyfarm
    @warnickfamilyfarm2 жыл бұрын

    My septic system will be installed soon. Thanks for the tip on how to locate the tank lids in the future, very helpful!!

  • @mikemiller5139
    @mikemiller51392 жыл бұрын

    Looks and sounds like he knows exactly what he was doing. Good idea on the gutter piping. The best you can do some trash ( Pine needles) will make it into the gutters. Have a screen or some way to clean them out. I have to use a water hose and use it like a plumbers snake but it works.

  • @davek6630
    @davek66302 жыл бұрын

    A few months ago, I installed a larger 1500 gal poly septic tank and risers. I installed the outlet filter like you have and added more drain field lines. The tank I removed was a 1000 gal poly tank that was installed 33 yrs ago. Still in perfect shape and I will be installing it for my new shop I’m building. Good maps and record keeping are crucial!

  • @simplesepticsecrets

    @simplesepticsecrets

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow I have never seen a poly tank that old well not where I work.

  • @radmilamiljanic5977
    @radmilamiljanic59772 жыл бұрын

    Andrew, i am really astonished how thoughtful you are and how much in advance you planned. I started laughing when you showed the flag and thought..well of course he marked it, he's not going to search for it:))) Big step, happy for you!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    A little thought now saves a bunch of money and work down the road.

  • @hrlee2381
    @hrlee23812 жыл бұрын

    Wow. Big step forward. Another big project off the todo list.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's right!

  • @ryanzynda5114
    @ryanzynda51142 жыл бұрын

    I am so happy that your dream home.is finally taking shape. 😀

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @billybrown1979
    @billybrown19792 жыл бұрын

    THEY DID A GOOD JOB FOR YOU. BE BLESS. GOOD LUCK ON THE GUTTERS.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @brianbarker4739
    @brianbarker47392 жыл бұрын

    Now you can get your electrical final!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Technically I should have plumbing completed. Since I have temporary power I'm in no rush.

  • @MrBoyad
    @MrBoyad2 жыл бұрын

    Most cities require minimum 50 feet and max 100 feet for the drain field.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mine is 70, so sounds like I'm right in the ball park.

  • @jodywooldridge4275
    @jodywooldridge42752 жыл бұрын

    Andrew glad u got yr Septic tank done b4 it started to rain love watching yr videos from Australia 🇦🇺 down.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching

  • @barbaraharrold5361
    @barbaraharrold53612 жыл бұрын

    I can actually say I know a lot about septic tanks because of ours. Where I am it’s not so much the square footage of the house but how many bedrooms determines the size of your septic tank… Because that determines how many people are living in your home. All our paperwork on our septic tank is in with our home plans:) i’m curious did they tell you to use anything in your septic tank to help keep it clean? it’s all coming along you guys will be living in there before you know it :-) tfs stay safe and God Bless:)

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I was told a cup of sugar once a month and anything with yeast like beer to also put down the drain. That keeps the bacteria happy and healthy.

  • @kencase2179
    @kencase21792 жыл бұрын

    Another great video!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching

  • @TheSoloAsylum
    @TheSoloAsylum2 жыл бұрын

    you know if you were to say on the video your measurements, you also have a video archive of the entire house being built you can refer back to forever...you know, if you lose your note pad.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Very true, I already refer back to some older videos.

  • @scottr2028
    @scottr20282 жыл бұрын

    You've probably already thought of it and done so, but I'd make a "map" showing where the drain line, tank, and field lines (drain field) is located Ooops, I didn't make it to that part of the video before I commented

  • @jimg2885

    @jimg2885

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hope your not pre mature on all things you do.. :-)

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Treasure map has been started! 😉

  • @digitaldan8223
    @digitaldan82232 жыл бұрын

    Looks way more impressive (and code compliant) than the last septic system I put in... 😎 300 gallon tote, a couple plastic barrels, and 30 feet of 4" pipe with a bunch of holes drilled in them.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lol yours sounds way cheaper too

  • @digitaldan8223

    @digitaldan8223

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL The biggest expense was the load of gravel. About $500 total... system is working very well, too; despite an unexpected doubling of the amount of waste and water going into it.

  • @Utilitylocatorman
    @Utilitylocatorman2 жыл бұрын

    I would suggest you run some copper wire with the pipe. That way if you ever need to find the pipes again you can locate them

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Good idea, but copper is outrageous right now. Maybe some rebar? 🤔

  • @Utilitylocatorman

    @Utilitylocatorman

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL that would work with a normal metal detector.

  • @Loraine71
    @Loraine712 жыл бұрын

    Why not put in metal pins (pieces of rebar) on the points of the septic field and a point where the septic line turns from the house to run to the tank. Then if needed in the future, a metal detector could easily spot exact location. Maybe a metal plate laying on top of the tank for same reason.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    There is already rebar handles on the tank lids. Measuring keeps me from having to go buy a metal detector.

  • @tonydaffron9830
    @tonydaffron98302 жыл бұрын

    Well that was easy!

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is when you write a check! 😂

  • @tonydaffron9830

    @tonydaffron9830

    2 жыл бұрын

    Trust me, in a couple of months when you can s••t, shower and shave in that beautiful bathroom that will be the best check written for the entire house! Lol

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Tell me about it 🤣

  • @jonathangreenawalt5724
    @jonathangreenawalt57242 жыл бұрын

    The proper way is to use compass heading. Drive a piece of metal rebar/metal nail/large stake at the corners of the things you need to map out and drive them, in the ground. Thats why they use magnetic tape in construction of electrical lines and such.

  • @brianhillis3701

    @brianhillis3701

    2 жыл бұрын

    Do not use a compass heading! The magnetic poles are moving alot and very rapidly. Use distance and angles or GPS or both. The house we bought says go 50 feet along the edge of the deck to get the box and angle to the tree stand for the lines. The stand was temporary, the trees in the area have disappeared. Aerial photos from the Era do not show it. No evidence during droughts or heavy rains. Haying equipment has been all over it. Owner cleaned paint brushes in the sink.

  • @outsidewithrodney8240
    @outsidewithrodney82402 жыл бұрын

    FINALLY CAUGHT UP!!! 😆😆 The house is looking amazing!!! We have learned so much watching your build!! After everything settles, will you EVER be able to drive over the tank and drain field area with your tractor?? Or will you have to drive around?

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    It sounding like I'll need to avoid that area with anything other than my lawn mower.

  • @outsidewithrodney8240

    @outsidewithrodney8240

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL cool that's good to know, I'll keep that in mind it I ever need to know. Thanks

  • @vikithomasson7772
    @vikithomasson77722 жыл бұрын

    Excellent explanation on how the system works and the layout. Ty! I’m excited to c how u will bury the gutter drains? Especially the ends. One of my drains has been crushed by farming equipment and I’m having a terrible time keeping it cleaned out so it drains properly.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm waiting for parts to arrive and then I'll get started on it.

  • @ArizonaHighDesertHomestead
    @ArizonaHighDesertHomestead2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome!! I'm in the middle of installing my septic system..doing it all myself..way way cheaper. Great video!!! Keep it coming my friend

  • @simplesepticsecrets

    @simplesepticsecrets

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's defiantly a great way to save money but don't forget the most important thing when making them last is proper maintenance pumping and don't put certain things down the drain.

  • @ArizonaHighDesertHomestead

    @ArizonaHighDesertHomestead

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@simplesepticsecrets exactly!!! So very true..alot of people don't realize those systems need to be cared for and proper maintenance. And like you said don't be flushing just anything into it. I like to use rid x on a scheduled basis

  • @simplesepticsecrets

    @simplesepticsecrets

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ArizonaHighDesertHomestead unfortunately I have seen that using that monthly can cause a lot of harm to the leach field it breaks down the waste partially letting pieces that would have normally went to the bottom float up and out into the Litchfield. Usually when Can tell if someone uses it because the top is clean and the middle and bottom is a thick black sap

  • @ArizonaHighDesertHomestead

    @ArizonaHighDesertHomestead

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@simplesepticsecrets Thank you for the advice I need it..I guess I'm lucky then as I in the past have only used it 2 to 3 times a year..also my wife and I are big on getting it pumped out every couple of years

  • @simplesepticsecrets

    @simplesepticsecrets

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ArizonaHighDesertHomestead no problem I have been pumping and installing septic systems for 16 years and I am now trying to teach people about how to take care of there septic systems I put together a free guid of the top 5 things to never flush.

  • @jayzzz1234
    @jayzzz12342 жыл бұрын

    I really want to move to Florida and build my own house with my daughter.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Certain counties are great for doing that, some bury you in paperwork, permits and fees.

  • @jayzzz1234

    @jayzzz1234

    2 жыл бұрын

    Would be good to have nice neighbours like you guys

  • @RICHDCOLEMAN
    @RICHDCOLEMAN2 жыл бұрын

    where i live they go by how many bedrooms in the house thats what determines the septic size kinda crazy they go by the house size

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I thought that was wild too.

  • @jodywooldridge4275
    @jodywooldridge42752 жыл бұрын

    Morning Andrew how ru. I hope all is well say hi 2 Tiffany n Bullet. Have a great day n b safe n take care from Australia 🇦🇺 down under

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Doing well, take care!

  • @TxStang
    @TxStang2 жыл бұрын

    Just so you know , my septic failed after 6 years with those drainfeild covers with no perferated pipe inside of it . The fine dirt and muck still found its way to clog it all up and I had to get it all redone . 7 grand to get it all done originally and 3 grand to have the drain field done all over again 6 years later .

  • @jp34604

    @jp34604

    2 жыл бұрын

    I would bet money your installation doesn't include one of those long hi tech round orange serviceable filter inserts preceeding your leach field which failed on you. Or you would not have had that possibility intentionally engineered system failure event, sounds like a very effective way for a sleazy contractor to double dip on every job... just say'en?

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    My last home had a infiltrator panel drain field for at least 25 years or more, I never once had a single issue with it.

  • @bakednoodle2732
    @bakednoodle27322 жыл бұрын

    I noticed the septic tank was only a few inches below grade. You might consider adding extra soil on top of the tank or the grass will not survive during dry spells. In 25yrs I have never needed any septic work, not even a clean out. I think the biggest reason is not having the washer drain into the septic. There is almost as much lint that comes out of the washer as does the dryer. Secondly, no oils or fat from cooking. Third, limit amount of bleach that goes into septic and lastly, add brewer's yeast every few months and you will have years of a worry free septic system.

  • @eurotripper722

    @eurotripper722

    2 жыл бұрын

    Where does the washer drain to then?

  • @bakednoodle2732

    @bakednoodle2732

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@eurotripper722 In the yard. Drilled a hole thru the wall. Put plants around it. Periodically I have to remove the lint on the ground or water will not soak in. Laundry bleach will kill the bacteria in the septic tank as well.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I really wanted to drain my washer elsewhere, but it was hard to do based on its location and passing my inspection. I 100 percent agree about fats and oils, we save spaghetti jars and drain off excess fat when cooking and place in the jars to be tossed. My friend was telling me a cup of sugar a month down the drain and any excess yeast (beer ect) will also keep your "bugs" in the system happy and digesting waste. Without a doubt the only two times in my life I've had issues with drainage, it was because of fat build up.

  • @davidburkhart9184

    @davidburkhart9184

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are on borrowed time on that system should have it pumped out every four years, by not doing that solids are getting thru and it will clog the drain field up down the road

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I disagree David, had the same exact system at my last home and I bet I went 15-20 years before finally getting my first pump out. It's all in what you put down the drain.

  • @geraldfoon6283
    @geraldfoon62832 жыл бұрын

    A backflow preventer on the drain line between house and septic tank would prevent any back-up into the house if the first chamber ever gets overfilled/clogged up.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'm not familiar with those, but understand the idea.

  • @truckguy6666

    @truckguy6666

    2 жыл бұрын

    that 4" pipe should never give you ANY trouble if it doesnt get crushed or tree roots. If it backs up, its because the leech field is FULL or the effluent filter is packed solid! An ultra-wet winter with saturating rains could potentially cause a backup but that would be the only scenario in my opinion!! Especially with the slope and distance from the house, you should be good for a long time

  • @badjuju6563
    @badjuju65632 жыл бұрын

    Gongrats on the poo-pit

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate it 🤣 💩💩💩

  • @ShaneZettelmier
    @ShaneZettelmier2 жыл бұрын

    There are two things I really like that I’ve seen on mine. When people are excavating dirt and laying pipes and cables and everything else there’s a metallic tape, it’s very shiny and can be printed however you want it can say water or electric or sewage and what they do is they bury everything and about a foot above it they put this tape and then when you’re excavating again if you pull out a big shiny piece of tape in a scoop you know you’re about to hit something before you break it, the other thing I’ve seen which they could incorporate into the tape or something they called radio lines or something like that and they were basically like little cords of metal in them that could easily be detected with metal detectors or they have sensors or they can just drive over the ground and kind of map out exactly where you bury those lines so you can put them right over everything. If people start using that universally in the future can make excavation work much easier because every plumber could have the reader Skywalker around over your yard and map out and flag exactly where your lines are without having to dig first and just hope you miss stuff. The phone company already does it with phone lines so when you call for your utility companies come out and drop all those flags they can do that but anybody can get that stuff it’s available online. I was watching Andrew Cammarata, I’m not sure if you’re familiar with him or not but he showed a couple episodes where he was using the foil tape stuff and one where he dug some up and hit the tape before he hit the pipe and it saved the pipe. I’m not really into regulation or anything but it’s something I would really like to see the industry adopt doing, to do your whole system and all those pipes you just laid probably would’ve cost another 20 bucks to use the foil tape and 100 or so to run the radio wire. Another cool thing about the radio wire is there also coded so you can tell from the reader what they’re they have different wires for water or electric or sewage or whatever. It’s pretty simple technology but that could save a ton of work if you’ve got a dig out there or make a repair and I think it’s pretty smart.

  • @jp34604

    @jp34604

    2 жыл бұрын

    Or you could make a KZread video of your self measuring recording and mapping out everything down to the degree of offset to create permanent documentation and store in your shop 🤔 Utilities have a completely different set of requirements, the right tool for the task at hand.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    I don't believe I've missed a single Camarata episode, he is the only channel I seem to be able to make time for to watch. I am familiar with laying the tape as you mentioned.

  • @ShaneZettelmier

    @ShaneZettelmier

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL Yeah, I think every guy kind of wants to be an Andrew Cammarata type and just be able to play with all that equipment. 😂😂😂

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    And make a pile of money doing it

  • @ShaneZettelmier

    @ShaneZettelmier

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL well I would probably spend all that money paying for the stuff I break and damage but it would still be fun. 😂😂

  • @YCreekAcres
    @YCreekAcres2 жыл бұрын

    I love seeing how the building codes are so different from state to state. Down the road will you be able to drive on your drain field with your tractor or will it crush it?

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    No you definitely don't drive over this setup.

  • @JMJWill
    @JMJWill2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent! If memory serves me, septic was main hold for getting your power setup. One question: Can you clean the orange septic filter and reuse? May keep potential problem at bay.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely, it's made to be washed off.

  • @truckguy6666

    @truckguy6666

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL In my jurisdiction effluent filters are not required and I have never seen anyone use one but I put one in my tank anyways. It was a completely new system and the tank is setup for one just like yours. I was told to clean it once a year and did so for the first couple years and it was not needed! I think every 4-5 years would suffice. YMMV!!! But I definitely like the idea of the filter. Just checking up on your tank/filter/system regularly is a good idea too because like others have said, most people take the septic system for granted until there is an issue!! Sort of like an automatic transmission. And when something goes wrong its $$$$$$$$$$$ and hassle

  • @truckguy6666
    @truckguy66662 жыл бұрын

    You will probably not have any problems for a long time. The only issue that I see that might arise, is the distribution to each row of infiltrators. That thin pipe manifold sitting in shallow dirt is going to shift, and only one of those lanes of infiltrators will be used. That means that one lane will receive all effluent for eternity until there is a big wet holiday and you have familiy in town and the ground is saturated from the wet weather, and your system is being punished by abnormally high household usage. Hard to say for sure but it looks like theres a pretty good slope to those infiltrators? They should be installed perfectly level so that water spreads out evenly and doesnt pond on one end. Where I'm from HE washing machines, low flow shower heads, efficient toilets, etc have all contributed to PRETTY LOW household water consumption. I think you could potentially HALVE the size of most systems and be safe. (Obviously just a point Im making for conversations sake, dont do it) What Im getting at, is it would be beneficial to connect those trenches somewhere in the middle so they spillover into each other before backing up. That is how most modern systems work where Im from. Then again your trenches are so close together that they probably will slowly perk into each other regardless. Youve got the equipment and knowledge to fix/adjust stuff down the line but most homeowners are in the dark and will have to call a professional to fix issues in years to come.

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Land slopes and gives the appearance of not being level. I watched the installers and then the inspector both use a laser level and check grade. In theory if one backs up, the the pipe entering each chamber backs up and starts filling out the other chambers. Assuming a shift happens like you are talking about.

  • @truckguy6666

    @truckguy6666

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TKCL It sounds counterintuitive to do that but they are actually setup to do just that here! I cant say Im a fan but apparently it works :) They used to use distribution boxes to fine tune distribution to each leach line equally then I think they found long term they came out of adjustment with settling and stuff and just said well lets eliminate D-boxes and do sequential feed leach lines. Fun stuff

  • @CircleCitySlicker
    @CircleCitySlicker2 жыл бұрын

    Does this also mean you got the green light for power company to "flip the switch?"

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not technically, I really should have the plumbing completed. Since I am on temporary power there is no rush.

  • @LeuCustomKnives
    @LeuCustomKnives2 жыл бұрын

    Is aerobic system in your area much more than one with a leach field? I used to have one with a leach field till it failed and per code now or whatever due to the clay we have had to go aerobic. Our old tank was 500 gallons, the new aerobic is like uhh 1648 gallons

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not sure to be honest, such Sandy soil here everyone installs the same type of system.

  • @pmartin6759
    @pmartin67592 жыл бұрын

    👍👍👍👍👍❤️

  • @DevaultFamilyLiving
    @DevaultFamilyLiving2 жыл бұрын

    So does this mean that you can get full electric now that the septic is done?

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Technically I need to have inside plumbing completed. Since I have temporary power I'm not pushing the issue until I'm absolutely ready.

  • @OldCritters
    @OldCritters2 жыл бұрын

    👍💞

  • @chrisavila2073
    @chrisavila20732 жыл бұрын

    What's the name of the place you got the dogs at for your chainsaw

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    West coast saw

  • @unclemikessouthernoutdoors3783
    @unclemikessouthernoutdoors37832 жыл бұрын

    My stuff is s ix feet deep here

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Our rules state the drain field cannot be lower than 30 inches .it seems to be different everywhere.

  • @Trad_catholic68
    @Trad_catholic682 жыл бұрын

    Did you also take photos for your file?

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes I did

  • @Trad_catholic68

    @Trad_catholic68

    2 жыл бұрын

    👍👍

  • @jp34604
    @jp346042 жыл бұрын

    Not too sure about that contractor 🤔 They obviously did a shity job! . . (The latent 12 yo in me couldn't resist lol)

  • @TKCL

    @TKCL

    2 жыл бұрын

    My friend (the owner) has more crappy jokes than you could imagine. Comes with the job i guess 🤣