Conventional Septic Systems in Northeast Oklahoma
Conventional septic systems are popular for a reason. On the right property, theyâre reliable, proven, and relatively simple to maintain. The key phrase is âon the right property.â
Soil conditions, available space, nearby water, and expected wastewater use all affect whether a conventional system is a good fit. JT Services evaluates the entire site before recommending a solution, so you understand what will work, what wonât, and why.
From new installations and repairs to ongoing pumping and maintenance, our certified septic service experts are here for the life of your system.
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Near a Creek or Waterway? Your Septic Options May Be DifferentÂ
Effective November 1, 2020, Oklahoma DEQ has changed the state law requiring all new systems that are 1,330' or less from a creek or waterway must be an aerobic system. If your new system is 300' or less from a creek you must have a nitrogen reduction aerobic system. To learn more about aerobic systems, visit our aerobic systems page.
Conventional Septic Installation & Repair
Every shower, load of laundry, and flush sends wastewater to your septic system. That water needs to be treated safely before it returns to the environment, which means the tank and absorption field must fit both the property and the amount of wastewater the system handles.
Before installing a conventional system, our service experts look at the soil, land layout, available space, seasonal groundwater levels, expected water use, nearby wells, and surrounding waterways. Those details help us properly size and place the system while protecting your property and the environment.
Already dealing with a system that isnât working properly? We look for the source of the problem, not just the most obvious symptom. If backups keep returning or another company hasnât been able to pinpoint the issue, JT Services can take a closer look and explain the repair or replacement options.
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Conventional Septic Tanks
The subsurface sewage treatment system is the most common on-site wastewater treatment method. Approximately 60% of the soils in Oklahoma are suitable for this type of treatment method.
The subsurface sewage treatment system consists of a septic tank and an absorption field made up of a series of shallow trenches called lateral lines. When subsurface sewage treatment systems are properly designed, operated, and maintained, the wastewater will receive proper treatment before it enters the environment.
Wastewater flows into the septic tank where the liquids separate from the solids. The heavier solids settle to the bottom of the tank while the lighter greases and scum float to the top. This material is retained in the tank by vertical baffles. The settling process takes about 24 hours. The natural bacteria in the septic tank begin to break down the organic material found in the wastewater. Only the treated liquid (effluent) found in the center level of the tank flows out of the septic tank and into the absorption field. The sludge and scum remain in the septic tank and must be periodically removed to ensure that they do not clog the outlet and/or spill into the absorption field.
A properly designed and maintained septic tank will allow only the clarified effluent to discharge from the tank to the absorption field.
Absorption Fields
A subsurface absorption field is made up of a series of shallow trenches called lateral lines. Lateral lines can be comprised two ways:
- They can consist of perforated pipe surrounded on all sides by storage media (gravel or tire chips) and back-filled with native soil
OR - They can be comprised of leaching chambers that do not contain media. As the effluent slowly trickles through the perforated pipe into the media or chamber, it is absorbed into the soil where bacteria, viruses, and other pollutants are filtered and broken down or destroyed by naturally occurring organisms. The success of this type of treatment is highly dependent on the soilâs ability to absorb water.
What If a Conventional System Isnât the Right Fit?
Conventional systems need suitable soil and enough room for wastewater to disperse safely. If your property canât support that, it doesnât necessarily mean youâre out of options.
JT Services evaluates difficult sites, including small lots, failed systems with limited replacement space, and properties with additional watershed or treatment requirements. Depending on the site, an aerobic, nitrogen-reduction, Eljen, or other advanced treatment system may provide another path forward.
We also work with properties subject to GRDA, Corps of Engineers, and other site-specific requirements. If the standard solution doesnât fit, call the team that knows what to look at next.
Flexible Financing Available
A new septic system or major repair doesnât always come at a convenient time. JT Services offers financing for qualifying septic installations, replacements, and repairs, with low monthly payments and fast approvals so you can move forward with the work your property needs.
Maintaining Your Conventional Septic System
Your septic system may be out of sight, but it shouldnât be off your radar. Routine inspections and pumping help prevent solids from reaching the absorption field, where they can cause backups, damage, and expensive repairs.
Most septic tanks should be pumped every three to five years, although the right schedule depends on the tank size, household usage, and system conditions. JT Services can inspect, pump, repair, and maintain your conventional system, giving you one local team to call throughout its life.
We donât install your system and disappear. When it needs routine care, troubleshooting, or emergency service, weâre still here.
Want to learn more about caring for your system? Download the "Subsurface Systems Operation and Maintenance Guide for Homeowners" from the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. Ready to make septic maintenance one less thing to remember? Explore our Total Home Care Club Membership.
One Local Team, Long After Installation
A conventional septic system is a long-term investment, and it deserves a service team that will be there for the long haul. JT Services can evaluate, install, pump, maintain, and repair your system throughout its life.
Our support can extend beyond septic, too. From the system beneath your yard to the plumbing and heating & cooling systems inside your home, you have one trusted local team committed to keeping your home safe, comfortable, and running as it should.
