An aerobic septic system uses oxygen and mechanical aeration to treat wastewater more thoroughly than a conventional tank, then sprays the treated effluent over a lawn, a design that’s common across Tennessee on lots with poor-draining soils.
How it’s different from a conventional system
A conventional septic system relies on anaerobic (no-oxygen) bacteria and lets liquid soak away through a buried drain field. An aerobic system adds an aerator to introduce oxygen, treats the water to a cleaner standard, and then sprays it above ground rather than relying solely on soil absorption.
The parts of an aerobic system
- Trash/pre-treatment tank to settle solids.
- Aeration chamber where an aerator adds oxygen.
- Pump tank and spray heads that disperse treated effluent.
- Control panel and alarm that warn you of problems.
Do you have one?
If you have sprinkler-style heads fed by your septic, a control panel with an alarm, or a required maintenance contract, you almost certainly have an aerobic system, and Tennessee requires regular professional maintenance to keep it running and compliant. See our aerobic system service.
Aerobic Septic System Service in Knoxville, TN
Maintenance contracts, inspections and repairs for East Tennessee’s many aerobic systems.
