If you are either building a new home outside of time or remodeling an older house, you may have discovered that you will not be able to use the city sewage system. Because of this, you will need to have a septic system installed on your property.

To get started with the installation, you will need to hire a professional service to do the work. Before they get started, there are a couple of important things that they must do to prepare for the septic system's installation on your property.

1. Installers Will Survey Your Property to Determine the Most Ideal Location Based on Topography and Soil Composition

One thing that will need to be done before work begins on installing your septic tank is a thorough survey of your property. During this survey, the installers will determine the most ideal location for various parts of the system by mapping out the topography to determine inclines and taking soil samples to determine its composition.

Since the septic system relies on gravity to pull the waste and wastewater through the system, each part of it will need to be lower than the previous part to work correctly, such as the drainfield being higher than the tank. When examining soil composition, the installers will look for areas where the soil will absorb water most effectively to aid in the operation of the drainfield. 

2. Installers Will Decide on the Ideal Material for the Tank Based on the Space Available and the Amount of Bedrock in the Ground

Another thing that will be done before installation begins is the determination of the ideal material of the tank for your property's ground. They will also look at the space available when making this decision. If you do not have much space because your property is close to an adjacent one, for example, the installers may choose a single-wall polyethylene tank that can be collapsed into a tight space.

If there is more than enough room, they will also look at the bedrock content. If the installers will need to install the tank in an area surrounded by rock, they will most likely choose a concrete or twin-wall polyethylene tank that can withstand the added weight and pressure.

After determining the location and the tank's material, the installers will also map out and prepare the drainfield to ensure it is free from underground structures, rocks, and roots that may rupture the system. Once all of these steps are completed, the installers will get to work installing the septic system and plumbing. For more information about the process or to get started, contact a business that offers septic system installation services—such as Lamar A-1 Septic Service Inc.—to speak with a representative.