“You know you need a septic system, but where should it be installed? How do you decide if a plastic septic tank can be used in one location versus someplace else?

This article discusses many of the factors to consider when selecting the best site for your poly septic tank and/or leach field system.

Polyethylene plastic septic tanks have several advantages over concrete tanks, one of the most obvious benefits is the ease of installation. The light weight yet durable plastic tanks don´t require costly heavy equipment to install. They can be transported in the back of a pickup truck or utility trailer and placed in the ground by 2 to 3 people.

Before choosing a site for your poly septic system, you should be aware of any state and local requirements pertaining to permits, inspections and setbacks.

The septic tank installer should start with a site-survey of the preferred location to ensure a quality installation. Established environmental factors should be considered before deciding on the final septic site. Included in this list are the following…”

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The PolyHouse blog described this year’s project as “28 students, 6 weeks of planning, 6 days of construction, $160,000 fund raising goal, a deserving family in the community all combined to produce a renovated home and a project management “learn-by-doing” experience.” The recipient of the renovation this year was the Todd family, whose son Caleb has achondroplasia dwarfism and hydrocephalus and has already had 10 brain surgeries in his young life. PolyHouse participants worked to raise money and remodel many parts of the house, including a bathroom that was custom built to accommodate Caleb’ needs. To read more about this amazing project, click here.

Loomis was able to participate in this community project by donating a new septic system for the family’s back yard. To see photos of the project results, please visit http://polyhouse.wordpress.com/photos/.