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[GCJenks204]

The septic field freezing or the pipe going to the septic tank freezing? We install septics in Massachusetts and never heard of such a thing... I can see the pipe going to freezing if there isn't enough pitch and every flush a layer freezes and builds builds builds. I was under the impression with the fields that we do, the bacteria keep it from freezing because it gives off a tiny bit of heat... Maybe I'm wrong? Maybe a different type of field?

I'm not 100% sure but I'll do my best to explain how I understand our system work. Everything from the house goes to a concrete tank underground, the liquids in the tank get pumped to the field. We have a sewage pump truck come and suck the solids out of the tank, don't ask me how many times a year that needs doing as I am still trying to figure that out.

 

[sawmikaze]

Ohiopyle?

Yep

 

[Mastermind]

 

[WindsorLC33]

I'm not 100% sure but I'll do my best to explain how I understand our system work. Everything from the house goes to a concrete tank underground, the liquids in the tank get pumped to the field. We have a sewage pump truck come and suck the solids out of the tank, don't ask me how many times a year that needs doing as I am still trying to figure that out.

Gotcha, sound like maybe a pressure dose system or something similar.... The lines would have a little bit of water in them, or the line from the pump to the field would stay "charged" Here in Massachusetts they recommend having your tank pumped every 3 years. 1500 gallon septic tank. But I wouldn't go by what we do here for your system....

 

[41FanForLife]

Working on the new homeless shelter again today. Putting sharp container in a bathroom. Lights go out i ask the sparky what happened and he says i turned the breaker ON ?!!!! WTF

 

[Kiwioilboiler]

Morena non-reticulated sanitation ponderers.

Mrs says: "Can you take me to the airport on Tuesday?"
Mrs means: "Get up 1 1/2 hrs early, drop me off, make kids lunches, get kids on respective buses, go to your own job late, leave early and collect them. On the 2nd and 3rd day repeat, but run them both all over town for sports training, even though it's a short week and you still have to do your work rounds compressed...."

Me says: "Sure".

Coz I wasn't really listening obviously.

Keep safe ay.

 

[dall]

Morena non-reticulated sanitation ponderers.

Mrs says: "Can you take me to the airport on Tuesday?"
Mrs means: "Get up 1 1/2 hrs early, drop me off, make kids lunches, get kids on respective buses, go to your own job late, leave early and collect them. On the 2nd and 3rd day repeat, but run them both all over town for sports training, even though it's a short week and you still have to do your work rounds compressed...."

Me says: "Sure".

Coz I wasn't really listening obviously.

Keep safe ay.

i noticed you didnt ask how long she would be going or where she was going

are you hoping she doesnt come back and is further away than a car ride back ?

 

[Kiwioilboiler]

i noticed you didnt ask how long she would be going or where she was going

are you hoping she doesnt come back and is further away than a car ride back ?

It's a work thing.

Nope. I'd cope, but we're a good team bro.

 

[Woodrow]

Good afternoon fellas. There is a Twin Cities GTG on Saturday December 3rd, 2022 in Farmington, MN. Nic (stihl livin) and Aaron (Husqy lover) are putting it on and are doing shirts. There is no profit being made on these, just a nice piece of clothing to have and wear. The prices are below. Please pm me with what you would like. I will reply with a total with tax and shipping if needed. Deadline to order is Sunday November 6. The hoodies are jet black and the t-shirts will be colonial/stonewash blue.

Hoodies
SM-XL $27.50
XXL $29.50
XXXL $31.50

LT-XLT $28.50
XXLT $30.50
XXXLT $32.50

T-Shirts
SM-XL $13.50
XXL $14.50
XXXL $15.50
LT-XLT $14.50
XXLT $15.50
XXXLT $16.50

Long sleeve t-shirts
SM-XL $15.50
XXL 16.50
XXXL $17.50

LT-XLT $16.50
XXLT $17.50
XXXLT $18.50

 

[Mastermind]

Taking advantage of the nice weather to repair the rotted overhangs before we shingle the roof.

 

[redline4]

@huskihl

Duramax fuel lines..

 

[WindsorLC33]

@huskihl

Duramax fuel lines..
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I just changed a fuel filter on my uncle's Duramax this afternoon.... It was kind of "fun"

 

[Lnk]

Gotcha, sound like maybe a pressure dose system or something similar.... The lines would have a little bit of water in them, or the line from the pump to the field would stay "charged" Here in Massachusetts they recommend having your tank pumped every 3 years. 1500 gallon septic tank. But I wouldn't go by what we do here for your system....

I think a lot of that has to do with the size of the system. My house is 2800 sq ft and it is just the wife and I. We also don't have to worry about the ground freezing. In the 10 years we have owned it, we have yet to need a pump out. My understanding, which may be wrong, is the bacteria breaks down the solids, and the liquids go out to the leech fields where they disappear. If 20 people lived here, it would need pumping. Am I understanding it correctly?

 

[redline4]

I think a lot of that has to do with the size of the system. My house is 2800 sq ft and it is just the wife and I. We also don't have to worry about the ground freezing. In the 10 years we have owned it, we have yet to need a pump out. My understanding, which may be wrong, is the bacteria breaks down the solids, and the liquids go out to the leech fields where they disappear. If 20 people lived here, it would need pumping. Am I understanding it correctly?

Our township has an ordinance requiring pumping and inspection every 3 years.

 

[Kiwioilboiler]

Our township has an ordinance requiring pumping and inspection every 3 years.

Sounds like @dall sex life.

 

[Lnk]

Our township has an ordinance requiring pumping and inspection every 3 years.

Just curious as to why they require pumping? If the system works correctly. I am going to do some research.

Just researched a little. While they recommend inspection and cleaning, they also talk about symptoms of a system in need of pumping. I am not having any of those symptoms. I may call and have it pumped just so I know whether I need to have it done periodically. Would rather know than be surprised. Glad we had this s-wordty conversation! Lol

 

[Mastermind]

Well ok. I remember now why I don't do carpentry anymore.

 

[Lnk]

Well ok. I remember now why I don't do carpentry anymore.

Because it is an imprecise endeavor, where a perfectionist is never happy. Plus it is hard work! And you are old!

What do I win?

 

[41FanForLife]

Well ok. I remember now why I don't do carpentry anymore.

You still got the moves boss man?

 

[WindsorLC33]

I think a lot of that has to do with the size of the system. My house is 2800 sq ft and it is just the wife and I. We also don't have to worry about the ground freezing. In the 10 years we have owned it, we have yet to need a pump out. My understanding, which may be wrong, is the bacteria breaks down the solids, and the liquids go out to the leech fields where they disappear. If 20 people lived here, it would need pumping. Am I understanding it correctly?

Here in Massachusetts we have two compartment 1500 gallon tank. The first compartment is where everything breaks down to a liquid and transfers to the second compartment. Whatever doesn't break down is sludge in the first compartment and a sediment in the second compartment. Overtime that sludge builds up, and if it builds to much it'll end up in the field and usually if it makes it to the field, it fails. It's probably not an instant failure but a slow death to the field... That's my take on it, we only install them, not maintain them.