Septic is Being Installed

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After months of delays from weather, scheduling challenges, and the slow march of permits, it’s exciting to finally see real progress on the new wastewater/septic system. By the end of yesterday, the crew had made impressive headway, and as of now they’re back out there installing the second phase. The photo is from yesterday. There is a lot more digging and installing today. This isn’t a standard setup. It’s a specially designed system built for our unique property. Because the land slopes uphill from the house, a sewer ejector pump is needed to push wastewater to a higher elevation. Everything collects in a secure basin, where a powerful pump sends it up into the main sewer tank. The system also includes a biofilter and advanced treatment features that make the treated water suitable for garden use. Often referred to as mound systems, these designs use pressure distribution to overcome difficult site conditions while protecting both the environment and groundwater. Living on a mountainside surrounded by trees and natural obstacles on more than three acres, it truly was the smartest solution for our layout. Running a sewer line all the way to the top of the mountain, where other homes are connected, would have cost nearly $100,000, according to the quote my son received. Seeing it all come together at last brings a real sense of relief. With any luck, we may even have a small New Year’s celebration inside, surrounded by the comfort of knowing this major project is finally nearing completion. We know there will be a few more delays due to the "Godzilla" weather predicted over the next 10 days, but if all goes well, they plan to work indoors during a lot of this. I'm getting excited.