When it comes to advanced toileting technology, it’s hard to top NASA. The organization recently sent a $23 million space toilet to the International Space Station. As Smithsonian Magazine reported, the hope is that the commode will perform well in the station’s zero gravity conditions and be a proven technology when NASA is ready for deep space missions. Fortunately, homeowners in Miami-Dade County don’t need technology that’s out of this world. When they’re boldly exploring the possibilities of a residential septic – advanced treatment system for their properties, they will find these systems far more affordable.
Understanding Septic System Basics
Wastewater is a fact of life. It’s the product of flushing toilets, using sinks, doing laundry, and completing other daily tasks. In municipalities, wastewater is sent through sewer pipes to a public wastewater treatment facility. When your home can’t hook into a municipal system, septic systems are the solution. They’re private wastewater treatment systems.
Some residences meet the requirements for a traditional residential septic system. Many need something more to truly perform effectively. In this situation, a residential septic – advanced treatment system can be the ideal choice.
Advancing a Septic System
What makes a septic system advanced? It’s a matter of design. Traditional septic systems are most likely to fail due to an overload of unoxygenated bacteria and waste. Advanced septic systems are specifically designed by civil engineers to create an oxygen-rich environment that boosts septic solid decomposition. In other words, these systems are custom-designed by knowledgeable professionals to perform more efficiently.
Several types of advanced treatment systems are frequently tailored for use at residential properties in Florida:
- Fixed film systems: A biomass film helps speed the breakdown of waste. Some systems feature a moveable film and stationary wastewater. Others feature a stationary film and moveable wastewater. Regardless of which moves, the key factor is that the film spends time in both the air and the wastewater.
- Sequencing batch reactor systems: Pumps periodically push air through the tanks. This forces waste to cycle through stages of aerobic decomposition, anaerobic decomposition, and settling. This is a smart choice for compact spaces.
- Suspended growth systems: Pumps support aeration in growth chambers, speeding the breakdown of organic waste. A distinct settling chamber provides a place for bacteria to escape from treated waste so that they can return to the growth chambers.
Appreciating the Benefits of Advanced Treatment Systems
Septic systems rarely get kudos. However, it’s worth taking a moment to think about the benefits of a residential septic – advanced treatment system:
- These systems can be tailored to fit the unique characteristics of a property.
- They remove more nutrients and pathogens, so the wastewater they release is cleaner.
- They release cleaner wastewater, which may extend the life of your drain field.
- They release cleaner wastewater, so they’re more environmentally friendly. This is why they may be required in environmentally sensitive areas.
- They operate more efficiently by lowering the amount of suspended solids and biological oxygen demand.
Are you ready to explore the potential of a residential septic – advanced treatment system for your Miami-Dade County home? Reach out to DKK Consulting Incorporated today. We specialize in solutions, and septic tanks and residential drainage design are topics that we never get tired of. Our team works hard to remain current on all the evolving changes and advancements so that we can bring the latest developments to our clients.
A Florida civil engineering company serving clients in Miami-Dade County and beyond, DKK Consulting Incorporated thrives on delivering the best service possible. Whether it’s a residential septic – advanced treatment system, residential project design, resource development, or something different, our disciplined and systemic approach brings real results. We’re happy to discuss how our services can benefit your next project.