Which septic tank is best for a cottage. Septic tanks for summer cottages - what is it and how to choose the right model. Types of waste disposal devices


In the absence of the possibility of connecting to a centralized sewerage line, the owners country houses you have to take care of the arrangement of local wastewater treatment systems. Help with this without affecting environment, maybe septic tanks. There are many types of such devices. Therefore, those who decide to install a local sewage system in their area have a question about whether to choose.

The main classification of systems for the disposal of wastewater from a private house is based on the principle of operation.

  1. Storage tanks are the easiest option. They are sealed containers. In these containers, sewage enters and accumulates there, which must be pumped out, periodically calling a sewage truck.

  2. A septic tank with post-treatment carried out in the soil is a fairly simple option for treating wastewater. Such stations are formed by 1 or 2 reservoirs, in which large particles are deposited and pollutants are decomposed without oxygen. The degree of purification in anaerobic devices is not very high, water cannot be discharged into the environment. For this reason, it is necessary to equip a soil post-treatment stage, where the remnants of contaminants will linger in the filter bed.

  3. A feature of biological aerobic treatment plants is an additional stage of wastewater treatment by microorganisms in the presence of oxygen. To do this, a compressor is built into the septic tank, which pumps air.

Note! It is necessary to choose a place on the site for the placement of septic tanks that carry out aerobic or anaerobic wastewater treatment, taking into account sanitary rules.

There are ready-made versions of various companies on the market, but with certain skills, you can make them yourself, for example, from concrete rings. The material, along with the design and other important parameters, is one of the factors that are taken into account when choosing a septic tank.

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What should be considered when choosing a waste disposal device?

Before buying a septic tank, you need to answer a few questions:

  1. How many people will live in the house, what sanitary equipment will be installed? These factors determine the performance and volume of the septic tank.
  2. What are the features of the soil?
  3. What is the planned budget?
  4. Is it possible to connect to electricity?
  5. Can you make a septic tank yourself or do you prefer to buy a ready-made device?

How many people will live in the house

This setting affects performance. To determine it, you need to multiply the number of inhabitants by 200 liters, because that is how many drains per day, according to the standard, form one person.

Model1 ball2 balls3 balls
Volume, l1100 2200 3300
Height1850 1850 1850
Diameter1400 1400 1400
Performance
(m3/day)
0,35 0,7 1,05
Qty
users
2 4 6
Price18 900 32 900 49 900
Model of the septic tank ChistokPerformance
(m.cub./day)
price, rub.
Septic Cleaning 18000,65 33490
Septic Cleaning 20000,70 34280
Septic Cleaning 25000,85 36840
Septic tank Chistok 2500N0,85 40440
Septic Cleaning 30001 45400
Septic Cleaning 40001,3 51740
Septic Cleaning 50001,7 62040
Septic Cleaning 60002 65200
Septic Cleaning 70002,5 73120
Septic tank Chistok 90003 86160

Wastewater stays in the treatment plant for about three days. Therefore, productivity must be tripled in order to obtain the required volume of the station. It is also necessary to take into account the possibility of the arrival of guests, as well as decide whether the house will have such sanitary equipment as a bathtub, dishwasher and washing machine.

ModelVolumeprice, rub.
Aquatech VOC 5 M3000 l77 582
Aquatech VOC 54500 l95 944
Aquatech VOC 84500 l113 738
Aquatech VOC 8A4500 l134 736
Aquatech VOC 154500 l154 194
Extension neck ring H=300mm D=550mm- 2 010
Bioactivators "Biosept", 600 g (24 bags of 25 g)- 1240

The number of residents affects the type of building chosen and the design features.

If it is planned to live in a house with a small family only in summer time, then the drive will be enough. To service a year-round home, you should choose a cleaning station.

The number of users determines the number of soil-filtered septic tanks. So, for a house in which 3 people will live, a single-chamber septic tank is enough. If more than 1 but less than 10 m3 of wastewater is generated per day, it is recommended to install a device from two tanks.

Aeration stations do best with large volumes.

Features of natural conditions

The depth of penetration of the primer and the type of soil determine whether it is possible to equip a soil filtration stage that will work effectively only on sandy loams and sands and low GWL.

It is possible to install post-treatment on loam and clay, but these works will require a lot of time, money and physical costs.

RegionsMaximum depth of zero soil temperatures, m
Moscow region1,2–1,32
Leningrad region1,2–1,32
Nizhny Novgorod Region1,4-1,54
Oryol Region1,0-1,1
Novosibirsk region2,2-2,42
Astrakhan region0,8-0,88
Arhangelsk region1,6-1,76
Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug2,4-2,64
Sverdlovsk region1,8-1,98
Chelyabinsk region1,8-1,98
Saratov region1,4-1,54
Samara Region1,6-1,76
Omsk region2,0-2,2
Orenburg region1,6-1,76
Rostov region0,8-0,88
Smolensk region1,0-1,1
Tomsk region2,0-2,2
Tyumen region1,8-1,98
Republic of Bashkortostan1,8-1,98
Stavropol region0,6 – 0,66

Depends on the depth of soil freezing design features septic tanks. A large neck allows you to deepen the device. Among the finished products there are options for installation in the ground with a deep point of zero temperatures.

If you need to install a drive on heavily freezing soils, then you should give preference to vertical tanks. But in areas with a nearby primer, it is better to mount horizontal storage tanks.

With a significant amount of wastewater and unsuitable natural conditions, it is better to choose a biological treatment plant. True, their cost will be higher.

Local sewerage costs

The amount of money that the owner of the house can allocate for the arrangement of the sewer system remains one of the main parameters for choosing a septic tank.

The most expensive are prefabricated plastic treatment plants, especially those that aerate wastewater. There are models produced in Russia and proven by users: Topas, Astra. You can also purchase European septic tanks, for example, Uponor. On average, biotreatment stations cost 80-100 thousand rubles.

If natural conditions allow, then you can opt for ready-made septic tanks with soil aftertreatment. Among such devices, the most popular are the Tank treatment plants, which cost about 35-50 thousand rubles, excluding the additional stage. An oxygen-free septic tank can also be equipped from improvised materials, for example, from eurocubes, especially if you purchase used containers that cost about 4-5 thousand rubles.

The cheapest option is storage tanks.

The price of the finished product is also affected by what it is made of.

  1. Concrete rings are a traditional and inexpensive material for septic tanks. But for their installation it is necessary to hire lifting equipment, which is not cheap.
  2. Ready-made plastic septic tanks are also often used, they are more expensive, but they can be released into the pit by 1-2 people. In addition, you can make a tank from a thick-walled pipe of large diameter or use eurocubes.

Note! Plastic products float under pressure ground water, so they must be installed on concrete base to which to attach the container.

Type of service or materialPrice, in rubles
bottomless ring2000
Floor slab1700
Luke1000
Bottom ring (or bottom fill)3000 (2000)
DeliveryWith a slight distance from the service provider or from the city, delivery is free of charge
Additional building materials:
gravel (per m3) / sand / cement (per 50 kg).
1500 / negotiable / 250-500
PVC pipes, per 1 m150
Installation of pipes with earthworks(for 1 running meter)1000
Installation of ceiling and hatch800
Preparing holes in concrete walls250
Installation of 1 concrete element + earthwork2000

Sometimes they put metal tanks, for example, old tanks. But the savings in such cases are only conditional, since sooner or later the walls are damaged by rust. Therefore, containers have to be changed.

In addition to money, time costs must also be taken into account. If you have time and skills, then you can make a septic tank yourself, for example, from concrete rings. One of the concrete tanks can even be equipped with an aeration compressor. But ready-made septic tanks help to equip the sewerage system on the site the fastest.

Sometimes you have to save space.

Installation dimensions

Not every country house has a large plot. Therefore, when choosing a septic tank, this indicator must be taken into account.

  1. Among drives less space occupy vertical containers.
  2. Concrete rings, although roomy, require a lot of space to accommodate them.
  3. Septic tanks with oxygen-free cleaning themselves occupy a small area, but for their operation it is necessary to allocate land for soil post-treatment, for example, filtration fields.

Dependence on electricity

Biological systems for the oxygen treatment of effluent require a stable supply of electrical power to operate the compressor. Accumulators and oxygen-free treatment plants do not require electricity if the wastewater moves in the sewer system by gravity.

As a conclusion

In connection with big amount parameters for local sewerage and the conditions affecting it, it is not recommended to hurry with the purchase. After all, the arrangement of the sewer system is a responsible matter, because mistakes can not only lead to pollution of the site, but also additional costs for their elimination.



















Choose a septic tank country house and trying to determine which one is better? We compared the price of non-volatile septic tanks 17 various kinds and did short description their features.

In this comparison, we are limited to non-volatile septic tanks with a volume of three or less cubic meters, which are designed to serve a house with permanent residence of up to five people. In total, 58 of the most popular models on the market were included in the sample.

Quick reference:
Non-volatile septic tanks
– containers with one, two or a large number chambers where wastewater is purified due to the active life of anaerobic bacteria (without the participation of oxygen). Bacteria decompose organic waste with the formation of gases (carbon dioxide, methane, nitrogen and others), water and mineral sediment.
: low price.
Disadvantages of non-volatile septic tanks: medium degree of purification (50-80%), slow cleaning, the need for soil post-treatment of wastewater, the formation of a large amount of sludge and the need for its periodic pumping.

Local treatment facilities (volatile septic tanks) - septic tanks, where the main work is performed by more active aerobic bacteria, which require oxygen for their vital activity. It is delivered by small electric air pumps (aerators) while stirring the activated sludge.
Advantages of non-volatile septic tanks: high degree of purification (up to 98%), more fast cleaning wastewater, extremely low sludge formation, no need for soil post-treatment.
Disadvantages of volatile septic tanks: high price, the need to connect to the power grid and pay for energy consumption (50-250 rubles / month), periodic maintenance.

How do non-volatile septic tanks differ from each other

Number of cameras

For septic tanks with a volume of less than 5 m 3, SNiP allows only one chamber, but most the best option two or more chambers are considered. Due to this, the quality of cleaning is partially improved.

The presence of biofilters

Biofilters are special devices with a developed surface, where microorganisms are fixed, which increase the degree and speed of waste processing. Usually, brush loading (ruffs made of synthetic materials) or various synthetic fabrics are used as biofilters. Expanded clay filling can also be used, through which the purified water passes by gravity.

Opportunities for modernization

Some models can be combined into chains, thereby increasing the amount of wastewater processed and increasing the degree of purification.
Some models have the potential to install aeration units, which will later turn them into high-purity treatment plants (up to 98%) that do not need periodic pumping.

How big should a septic tank be?

Calculating the volume of a septic tank is a separate task. Here the temperature of the water in the septic tank, the concentration of suspended solids, the volume of wastewater and burst discharges, the speed of processing, and much more matter. It is usually assumed, including based on SNiP, that the average volume of daily wastewater per person is 200 liters. In this case, the drains must remain in the septic tank for at least three days. Therefore, the volume of the septic tank should be taken at the rate of at least 600 liters (0.6 m 3) per permanent resident. And the more, the better.

Table of non-volatile septic tanks

We collected data on 58 popular septic tank models and put them in one table, indicating the main characteristics and the price set by the manufacturer. Since septic tanks have a number of significant differences, below we have added a brief description of their main features so that everyone can choose the model that best suits him.

In short, it is better to take the septic tank that has more cameras, more filters and a larger volume, while having the lowest price. And it is on it that sorting is done in the table. The final choice is yours.

model sections volume production, l/day* (person) biofilter manufacturer's price, rub.
Microbe 450 2 450 150 (0-n.d.) No 9700
Microbe 600 2 600 200 (1-n.d.) No 12200
Microbe 750 2 750 250 (1-n.d.) No 13700
Microbe 900 2 900 300 (1-n.d.) No 14200
Microbe 1200 2 1200 450 (2-n.d.) No 16900
Tank-1 2 1200 600 (2-3) 1 19600
Tank Universal-1 n.a. 1000 400 (1-2) 1 19700
Microbe 1800 2 1800 800 (3-no.d.) No 19900
Ball 1100 1 1100 350 (1-2) 1 20280
Thermite-Profi 1,2F 2 1200 400 (2-2) 1 22000
Tank Universal-1.5 n.a. 1500 600 (2-3) 1 23700
Triton-T 1 3 1000 n.a. (1-2) 1 24500
"Mole" horizontal 1.2 1 1170 n.a. (2-n.d.) 1 25000
Microbe 2400 2 2400 1000 (4-n.d.) No 26400
Tank-2 3 2000 800 (3-4) 1 26700
Termite-Standard 2F 2 2000 700 (3-4) 1 26700
Rostock Mini 2 1000 300 (1-2) 1 26800
Tank Universal-2 (2015) 3 2200 800 (3-6) 1 29700
Triton-ED 1800 2 1800 600 (3-3) No 29900
Triton-T 1.5 3 1500 n.a. (2-3) 1 30000
Thermite-Standard 2,5F 2 2500 1000 (4-5) 1 30400
Thermite-Transformer 1.5 4 1500 550 (2-3) 2 30500
Termit-Profi 2F 2 2000 700 (3-4) 1 31400
Triton-ED 2000 2 2000 700 (3-4) No 31500
Tank-2.5 3 2500 1000 (4-5) 1 31700
Cleansing 1800 2 1800 650 (3-4) 2 33490
Rostock Country 2 1500 450 (2-3) 1 33800
Cleansing 2000 2 2000 700 (3-4) 2 34280
Thermite-Standard 3F 3 3000 1400 (5-6) 1 34900
Thermite-Profi 2,5F 2 2500 1000 (4-5) 1 36400
Tank-3 3 3000 1200 (5-6) 1 36700
Cleansing 2500 2 2500 850 (4-5) 2 36840
Thermite-Transformer 2.5 4 2500 1000 (4-5) 2 38000
Tank Universal-3 (2015) 3 3000 1200 (5-10) 1 38700
Triton-T 2 3 2000 n.a. (3-4) 1 39000
Clean B-5 3 1500 700 (2-4) 2 42000
Thermite-Profi 3F 3 3000 1400 (5-6) 1 42100
Bioton B 2 3 2000 n.a. (3-4) 1 43000
Triton-ED 3500 2 3500 1200 (5-6) No 43500
"Mole" vertical 1.8 1 1800 n.a. (3-n.d.) 1 45000
Cleansing 3000 2 3000 1000 (5-6) 2 45400
Triton-T 2.5 3 2500 n.a. (4-5) 1 48000
Bioton B 2.5 3 2500 n.a. (4-6) 1 48500
Rostock Zagorodny 2 2400 880 (4-5) 1 49800
"Mole" vertical 1.8 2 1800 n.a. (3-n.d.) 1 50000
"Mole" vertical 2.4 1 2400 n.a. (4-n.d.) 1 53000
Bioton B 2 3 3000 n.a. (5-6) 1 53500
Flotenk-STA-1.5 2 1500 n.a. (2-n.d.) No 54900
FloTenk-YES 3 2 2800 n.a. (4-5) No 54900
"Mole" vertical 2.4 2 2400 n.a. (4-n.d.) 1 58000
Rostock Cottage 2 3000 1150 (5-6) 1 58800
Flotenk-STA-2 2 2000 n.a. (3-n.d.) No 59900
"Mole" vertical 3 1 3000 n.a. (5-n.d.) 1 62000
"Mole" vertical 2.4 3 2400 n.a. (4-n.d.) 1 63000
Clean B-7 3 2500 n.a. (4-6) 2 63700
"Mole" vertical 3 2 3000 n.a. (5-n.d.) 1 67000
Flotenk-STA-3 2 3000 n.a. (5-n.d.) No 69900
"Mole" vertical 3 3 3000 n.a. (5-n.d.) 1 72000

* - the declared cleaning capacity of liters per day. The first digit in parentheses indicates the maximum number of permanently resident people served, calculated using a methodology close to SNiP. The second digit is the maximum number of people declared by the manufacturer.

Comparative description of septic tank models

Septic tank "Tank"

Manufacturer: "Triton-Plastic". The classic version of a septic tank made of polypropylene. At the outlet there is a biofilter with a floating load. The younger model is two-chamber. The rest are three-chamber.

Septic tank "Tank Universal"

Manufacturer: "Triton-Plastic". Modification of the previous septic tank, the volume of which can be increased by installing additional modules.

Septic tank "Microbe"

Manufacturer: "Triton-Plastic". An inexpensive series of compact two-chamber septic tanks with a relatively low degree of purification.

Septic tank "Triton-ED"

Manufacturer: "Triton-Plastic". The simplest vertical two-chamber septic tank with the ability to combine two modules to increase the volume and quality of cleaning.

Septic tank "Triton-T"

Manufacturer: "Triton-Plastic". Three-chamber model with built-in biofilter.

Septic tank "Flotenk-STA"

Producer: "Flotenk". The simplest fiberglass two-chamber septic tank. Increased strength.

When erecting a residential building, they simultaneously design a sewerage system, most often an independent one. If earlier sewage was dumped into a cesspool, now septic tanks are replacing it everywhere. These are progressive devices for the purification of domestic wastewater, which are an airtight vessel divided into chambers in which wastewater is first settled, then processed by the efforts of microorganisms, and then filtered.

The huge selection of drain cleaners on the market actualizes the question of which septic tank is best for a permanent residence, and which one is more suitable for the conditions. country cottage.

The main element of a closed (local) sewage system is classified according to various criteria. According to the number of wells, one-, two- and three-chamber septic tanks are distinguished. They are made of steel, reinforced concrete products, plastic and fiberglass, equipped with suitable materials.
The following is a classification of septic tanks according to design features. Depending on the complex of implemented functions, septic tanks for the home are of three types.

  1. Cumulative. It includes one chamber or two communicating wells. Waste in a sealed storage tank is divided into liquid and solid fractions, organic matter is split, and the liquid with suspensions settles. In order to avoid overfilling of the vessels, sewage is pumped out from time to time. You can take the drive as a basis when arranging an inexpensive country septic tank. This technical solution is acceptable , if tenants come to the house only on weekends (pumping will have to be done once a year).
  2. Settler with a compartment for soil purification. This is a reservoir delimited into chambers without a bottom (infiltrators), which play the role of aeration sites (filtration fields). The chambers contain activated sludge, which accelerates the decay of waste masses.
  3. Installation for deep cleaning. In it, waste is decomposed in stages, using various methods. First, the solid fraction settles, then comes the stage of biorefining of organic matter. Progressive cleaning units of this group are equipped with a compressor. The method is expensive, but very effective: up to 95% of effluents go into a neutral state, and sewage has to be removed no more than once every 5-7 years. It is advisable to equip a deep cleaning station if the house is being built next to a river or pond.

In order for the local sewage system to function more actively, it is recommended to equip an anaerobic septic tank for a private house. It involves the settlement in the primary treatment tank of special bacteria that feed on organic matter and do not need oxygen. This approach accelerates the disinfection and dissolution of wastewater.

If a pipe is removed from the post-treatment tank to communicate with the atmosphere or connect air compressor, you can get an aerobic septic tank.

To do this, it is inhabited by microorganisms that process organic matter with the access of oxygen. Biological decomposition of waste by two types of bacteria makes it possible to bring wastewater to the state of process water.

When organizing wastewater treatment, an inevitable question arises: how to choose a septic tank for your home? To answer it, the problem should be analyzed from several positions.

1.factory product or homemade construction . In the second case, the cleaner is made from tires, concrete rings, bricks. But such a model is permissible only under the condition of periodic or seasonal residence in the house.


A comparison of septic tanks manufactured at the factory and those of our own production in terms of the duration and safety of operation convincingly proves that for domestic needs it is better to prefer a purchased installation, which, combined with competent installation, guarantees full compliance with building and environmental standards.

Stations with a high percentage of filtration allow you to drain purified water into any body of water.

It is not advisable to use such a septic tank for a summer residence or a detached cottage, but you can purchase it for a village or a street. An individual user is more suitable for a two-chamber or two-capacity septic tank. The first option collects wastewater and performs their primary purification, the second one filters the liquid part and releases water into the ground. Effluent treated with two-chamber units is not allowed to be discharged into water bodies.

2. Material. He also determines the choice of a septic tank for a country house, affecting its service life and reliability.

  • Reinforced concrete. Rings manufactured according to the technical process in accordance with the standards do not corrode and have great strength, but their installation will not do without special equipment.
  • Metal. The advantages of a steel container are mechanical strength and affordable price, and the main disadvantage is enhanced corrosion. From the inside, the walls of the tank are constantly in contact with the chemically active liquid, and outside - with the soil. In order for a metal septic tank to last longer, waterproofing is required. Installation of a massive tank is impossible without lifting equipment.
  • Polymer. Plastic septic tanks are in demand due to their low weight and relative cheapness. The design flaw is instability: during installation, the container must be constantly kept in vertical position. Most polymers are susceptible to rodent damage, stress cracking low temperatures.
  • Fiberglass. Along with chemical neutrality, it also has other positive qualities: durable, lightweight, does not respond to temperature fluctuations. The most durable and practical septic tanks for a country house are made of fiberglass.

3.Groundwater depth and soil type. If a single chamber model is selected, the groundwater must run deeper than the bottom of the tank. For safe use of the multi-chamber option, they must be 1 m below the bottom of the last stage (filter).


If the waters are located at a depth of more than one and a half meters, it is technically difficult to equip drainage fields for three-section septic tanks, especially on waterproof clay soils. Here are some tips for specific conditions.

  • Sandy soil. A unit with biological treatment is recommended, after which the water directly turns into sand. The filtration field is located higher.
  • Clay. In addition to bacterial treatment, drains must pass through a sand filter. The purified liquid from the septic tank is discharged directly to the ground.
  • high line occurrence surface water. The best option is a bio-refined polymer septic tank, specially weighted or fixed to prevent floating.

4. The volume of the vessel and its dimensions. The capacity is calculated on the basis of the average daily flow rate per person (with a standard set of plumbing - 200 liters), the number of residents and a three-day supply. If there are four in the family, the volume of the septic tank is calculated as follows:

200*4 people*3 days = 2400 liters

If the country mansion is often visited by guests, the result is increased by 2/3: 2400 * 1.66 = 3900 liters. The optimal depth of the tank is from 1.3 to 3.5 m.

Depending on the obtained cubic capacity, according to table 1, a septic tank model is selected.

How to choose a septic tank for a private house and cottage

Cottage for periodic rest

If residents visit the house on weekends, and there is not much plumbing equipment in the dwelling, then a productive complex that processes wastewater is not required. Dacha owners often choose inexpensive, low-performance single-chamber drives. Unlike cesspool, sand and crushed stone layers-filters are poured into them, providing 50% cleaning.

Following the advice of experts, it is better to prefer a small two-chamber mini-septic tank with settling and infiltration sections. If the volume of wastewater is not higher than the normative (passport), then such equipment perfectly performs the functions assigned to it.

Before choosing a compact septic tank for a summer residence, get acquainted with its features:

  • mini-septic tanks are sold complete with activated sludge populated with anaerobic biomaterial (after processing organic matter, the liquid is filtered in the well, then enters the soil);
  • storage sewer tanks are made of reinforced polyethylene, resistant to frost;
  • compact products are delivered to their destination by car, no construction crane is needed for loading;
  • you can install a septic tank alone.

Country house for permanent residence

For a family with an average income, the best septic tank for a country house is a unit with two or three sections (factory-made or built from reinforced concrete rings). This is a combination of a one- or two-chamber drive and a septic tank filter. The first two wells (settlers) are airtight, and the third one is without a bottom; a layer of sand and gravel is poured into it.

When filling the septic tanks, a septic tank is called in to clean the septic tank, and the filter components are changed every three years. A multi-chamber septic tank cleans drains by an average of 90%.

Which septic tank to choose for a country house to make drains cleaner and less likely to call a vacuum cleaner?

  1. Septic tank with filtration field. This is a complex that combines 2-3 wells and a drainage zone (it requires an area underground of at least 30 m2). The minimum distance between the field and the house is 30 m.
  2. Multi-section septic tank with biofilter. This is the answer to the question of which septic tank is better for a country house and a summer residence in the presence of permanent residents and taking into account the high boundary of the passage of groundwater. The model, manufactured in an industrial way, consists of 4 sections:

How to choose a septic tank for a private house

In the absence of the possibility of connecting to a centralized sewage line, the owners of country houses have to take care of arranging local wastewater treatment systems. Septic tanks can help with this without affecting the environment. There are many types of such devices. Therefore, those who decide to install a local sewage system in their area have a question about which device is better to choose.

Types of septic tanks

The main classification of systems for the disposal of wastewater from a private house is based on the principle of operation.

    Storage tanks are the easiest option. They are sealed containers. In these containers, sewage enters and accumulates there, which must be pumped out, periodically calling a sewage truck.

Sewage storage tanks

Septic tank with cleaning

Biological wastewater treatment

Compressor for septic tank HIBLOW HP-150

Note! It is necessary to choose a place on the site for the placement of septic tanks that carry out aerobic or anaerobic wastewater treatment, taking into account sanitary rules.

There are ready-made versions of various companies on the market, but with certain skills, you can make them yourself, for example, from concrete rings. The material, along with the design and other important parameters, is one of the factors that are taken into account when choosing a septic tank.

Online calculator for the required volume of a septic tank based on the number of inhabitants and the mode of water use

What should be considered when choosing a waste disposal device?

Before buying a septic tank, you need to answer a few questions.

  1. How many people will live in the house, what sanitary equipment will be installed? These factors determine the performance and volume of the septic tank.
  2. What are the features of the soil?
  3. What is the planned budget?
  4. Is it possible to connect to electricity?
  5. Can you make a septic tank yourself or do you prefer to buy a ready-made device?

How many people will live in the house

This setting affects performance. To determine it, you need to multiply the number of inhabitants by 200 liters, because that is how many drains per day, according to the standard, form one person.

Wastewater stays in the treatment plant for about three days. Therefore, productivity must be tripled in order to obtain the required volume of the station. It is also necessary to take into account the possibility of the arrival of guests, as well as decide whether the house will have such sanitary equipment as a bathtub, dishwasher and washing machine.

The number of residents affects the type of building chosen and the design features.

If it is planned to live in a house with a small family only in the summer, then the drive will be enough. To service a year-round home, you should choose a cleaning station.

The number of users determines the number of soil-filtered septic tanks. So, for a house in which 3 people will live, a single-chamber septic tank is enough. If more than 1 but less than 10 m3 of wastewater is generated per day, it is recommended to install a device from two tanks.

Aeration stations do best with large volumes.

Features of natural conditions

The depth of penetration of the primer and the type of soil determine whether it is possible to equip a soil filtration stage that will work effectively only on sandy loams and sands and low GWL.

The scheme of occurrence of groundwater

It is possible to install post-treatment on loam and clay, but these works will require a lot of time, money and physical costs.

The design features of septic tanks depend on the depth of soil freezing. A large neck allows you to deepen the device. Among the finished products there are options for installation in the ground with a deep point of zero temperatures.

Septic tank with sealed chambers

If you need to install a drive on heavily freezing soils, then you should give preference to vertical tanks. But in areas with a nearby primer, it is better to mount horizontal storage tanks.

Scheme of installation of a vertical septic tank

With a significant amount of wastewater and unsuitable natural conditions, it is better to choose a biological treatment plant. True, their cost will be higher.

Local sewerage costs

The amount of money that the owner of the house can allocate for the arrangement of the sewer system remains one of the main parameters for choosing a septic tank.

The most expensive are prefabricated plastic treatment plants, especially those that aerate wastewater. There are models produced in Russia and proven by users: Topas, Astra. You can also purchase European septic tanks, for example, Uponor. On average, biotreatment stations cost 80-100 thousand rubles.

If natural conditions allow, then you can opt for ready-made septic tanks with soil aftertreatment. Among such devices, the most popular are the Tank treatment plants, which cost about 35-50 thousand rubles, excluding the additional stage. An oxygen-free septic tank can also be equipped from improvised materials, for example, from eurocubes, especially if you purchase used containers that cost about 4-5 thousand rubles.

The design of a septic tank from eurocubes

The cheapest option is storage tanks.

The price of the finished product is also affected by what it is made of.

  1. Concrete rings are a traditional and inexpensive material for septic tanks. But for their installation it is necessary to hire lifting equipment, which is not cheap.
  2. Ready-made plastic septic tanks are also often used, they are more expensive, but they can be released into the pit by 1-2 people. In addition, you can make a tank from a thick-walled pipe of large diameter or use eurocubes.

Note! Plastic products are exposed to the ascent under groundwater pressure, so they must be installed on a concrete base, to which the container is attached.

How to choose a septic tank for a private house
Find out how to choose a septic tank for a private home. Types of septic tanks, performance and other characteristics of the treatment plant, site parameters. Photo


To save yourself from the need to inhale odors from cesspools, it makes sense to buy a septic tank for a private house, having previously studied its features and giving preference to a specific variety. The device will save the residents of the house from any trouble. With the constant residence of a large number of people on the territory of a private house, the drain pit simply cannot cope with the task and it will need an assistant, who can become a septic tank.

What is a septic tank

Private houses or country cottages differ from ordinary apartments in that there is no central sewage system and a special device will be required to remove household water. A septic tank is a sealed container in which liquid waste accumulates. Individual models the function of biological treatment is available, but they cannot be classified as full-fledged treatment facilities.

What is it needed for

Owners of country houses, when arranging sewage, must ensure that wastewater is treated, taking into account sanitary standards and soil characteristics. A reliable option would be a septic tank, also called a septic tank, whose function is to accumulate and purify waste leaving the premises. It passes impurities through itself, not allowing it to penetrate the soil. Before you make a septic tank in a private house, you should understand its structure and operation.

Device

When building a cottage, it is necessary to pay special attention to the arrangement of an autonomous sewage system, since there is no central one according to the project. The device of a septic tank in a private house allows you to solve problems with the removal of household waste and their cleaning. The work is carried out in three stages:

  • Sewerage from a private house is collected in sealed plastic containers of a local treatment plant.
  • Inside the septic tank, particles are separated into heavy and light particles. The former settle at the bottom of the well, while the latter enter the next compartment.
  • Aerobic purification is not always possible, so anaerobic purification often occurs. Impurities are filtered, and the formed methane is removed by means of an exhaust pipe.

Types of septic tanks for a private house

Local treatment facilities are divided into two large groups - old and new. The first group is represented by brick septic tanks and reinforced concrete structures. These types for private houses are used less frequently due to time, power and material costs. However, concrete structures are considered more durable. The new ones include ready-made plastic septic tanks for the home, which have several more subspecies. Of the undoubted advantages, one can single out the cheapness, practicality of plastic, and the lightness of the product.

Cumulative

Manufacturers of septic tanks installed in private homes understand that it is impossible to do without a sewer system, so they offer a wide choice. The use of special tanks often becomes a solution to the problem. A storage septic tank is a container where household water flows through pipes, pumped out as it fills. Calculations of the volume of liquid must be made independently and, based on this, order a storage tank right size. This option has a number of features:

  • Installation of drainage wells is not required, which has a positive effect on the cost of the system.
  • The tank itself for a private house will be expensive, despite the simplicity of the device.
  • The owner of the house can independently decide where the septic tank will be installed. However, everything needs to be thought out so that the entrance of the sewage truck is unhindered.
  • It will be expensive to pump out waste, therefore, if domestic water accumulates quickly, then a single-chamber septic tank is not your option!

It is impossible to ensure a comfortable life for permanent residence in a private house without sewerage. Bioseptic with the help of special bacteria solves the problem of wastewater treatment, giving a kind of guarantee of soil safety. The process looks like this:

  1. Sewage enters the first chamber of a popular septic tank, undergoing primary treatment there. There is a separation of large particles and fats that settle on the bottom.
  2. Waste is sent to the second tank of the three-chamber septic tank, where cleaning continues more actively.
  3. The sludge enters the first chamber, and the treated effluents enter the third, where the final and main stage takes place.
  4. Completely purified water through the secondary sump enters the well.

With post-treatment

Waste that has passed through a septic tank cannot be considered completely clean water that can be dumped into a reservoir or soil. Sometimes soil cleaning is indispensable. The design of a treatment plant for a private house depends on various parameters: the characteristics of wastewater and soil. Soil filtration is more costly, as you will need to install:

  • absorbent trench,
  • sand and gravel filter,
  • filter well,
  • filter fields.

Septic tanks for the home

It is not easy to make a choice from the assortment available for sale. Initially, the eye falls on those devices that are cheap:

  • Name: KNS Unipump Sanivort.
  • Price: 11328 rubles.
  • Characteristics: the device pumps out sewage, accumulating them in the tank.
  • Pros: low price.
  • Cons: small capacity.

More serious septic tanks installed in private homes are many times more expensive. However, they are often worth it:

  • Title: EcoProm Rostock.
  • Price: 55900 rubles.
  • Characteristics: design containing a biological filter for wastewater treatment.
  • Pros: high degree of purification.
  • Cons: large dimensions.

There are entire autonomous stations for deep biological treatment. In a private house, they will be appropriate:

  • Name: Unilos Astra 3.
  • Price: 66300 rubles.
  • Characteristics: container for collecting and filtering sewage, occurring in several stages.
  • Pros: Easy to use, does the job well.
  • Cons: none.

The cost of installing a septic tank

Retail and online stores are full of sales, promotions and discounts. Before you install a septic tank to filter waste in a private house, you need to purchase it. It is not recommended to order delivery by mail, it is better to use the services of a transport company. You can buy a septic tank for a house, depending on its variety, at a price of 12,000 to 70,000 rubles. However, buying is half the battle. Installation costs may vary.

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practical and good option a sewerage device on its site - a septic tank - is a type of treatment plant that allows you to clean and dispose of wastewater. How to choose the right septic tank for a private house? The owner of a country dwelling usually, when choosing a design, pays attention to its price and performance. The last factor will determine how effectively the product will cope with its intended purpose. The variety of these treatment facilities on the modern market will make even the most sophisticated consumer in these matters confused. Local installation, included in the sewer system and used to collect, settle and purify polluted water from the home. For an ordinary country house, they are of the following types:

Filling type - the structure can be made independently using concrete rings, eurocube, etc.,

Settling tanks with post-treatment through the ground,

Installations for deep cleaning.

When choosing the best option for a septic tank, you should also pay attention to the material of its manufacture, the type of soil where it will be installed, the purpose of the dwelling (for stationary or seasonal residence).

Types of septic tanks for a country house

Previously, when the production of plastic septic tanks was not so massive, more popular were reinforced concrete structures which were installed in stages. Cleaning systems made of metal were also used. Today, wastewater treatment is most often carried out using ready-made plastic installations. These products are reliable and durable. A high level of sealing ensures the environmental safety of the installations. Depending on the performance characteristics, they are classified according to different criteria.

By type of filtration

The classic storage option is an analogue of a conventional settling pit into which wastewater flows.

Accumulative model of a septic tank U1250 with a volume of 1250 l (Cost about 25,000 rubles)

In such tanks, water is stored until it is pumped out by a sewage machine. Storage plants require regular cleaning. Although the cost of such containers is small, but the frequent call of machines for cleaning is an expensive “pleasure”. Therefore, such a choice can hardly be called economical.

With soil cleaning - this option defends and cleans drains through a special drainage field.

Model Rostock 1000 with a volume of 1000 liters (Cost about 25,000 rubles)

Water is thrown out, and sediment remains in the tank itself, which must be removed 2-3 times a year using special equipment. As a result of treatment in such a septic tank, the water becomes 60-85% cleaner. Energy independence and ease of operation are the advantages of such a structure. But it cannot be installed in areas with high aquifers due to poor cleaning through soil filters.

Septic tank with deep biological treatment - in this case, you can achieve a high level of wastewater treatment (98-99%) and even reuse the liquid for household needs or for watering the garden.

Model Dochista Profi H5 with a volume of 1000 liters (Cost about 65,000 rubles)

In this option, all types of wastewater treatment are used: chemical, biological, mechanical. Such tanks can be installed in any type of soil, they do not rot and can serve for several decades. The disadvantages of biological septic tanks include their energy dependence. Therefore, in areas where power is often turned off, it will be difficult to achieve the normal functioning of the installation.

Scheme of operation of a gravity-flow wastewater treatment system

By material

From reinforced concrete - this option can be chosen for houses where they live off-season, that is all year round. They serve for a long time, but need good waterproofing and are quite difficult to install.

Plastic containers can be installed in areas where the groundwater level is high. Plastic septic tanks for a private house are not subject to corrosion and are not afraid of the influence of aggressive environments.

Metal tanks are made of stainless steel. However, compared to plastic and concrete counterparts, they are not so durable and practical. In addition, such septic tanks are quite expensive.

A horizontal septic tank is most often chosen for areas where water from the ground rises high in the autumn-spring period.

The horizontal container has the form of a cylinder and is made of plastic or stainless steel. Suitable for installing a country house with a large amount of wastewater (10 or more cubic meters).

A vertical septic tank burrows deeper than a horizontal tank.

Such products are suitable for installation in a sewerage system with a small amount of wastewater (up to 2 cubic meters). However, such a tank is more airtight than the horizontal version.

Sometimes a combined version of horizontal and vertical septic tanks is used, where each tank is responsible for certain wastewater from the bathroom, kitchen or toilet.

By location

Underground - a more common version of the design, which is buried to a certain depth. At the same time, the landscape of the site is not affected.

The ground version of the structure is used if the geology of the site does not allow the installation of an underground version due to the high level of groundwater. In this case, the septic tank will spoil the landscape of the site, so it should be mounted away from the viewing angle.

What to consider when choosing a septic tank

In order to choose the right and buy a septic tank for a country house or a dwelling located in the private sector, you should take into account the purpose of the premises itself.

If the house will be used only during a certain season, then a simpler version of a sewage treatment plant will do.

Water consumption per day is also taken into account. Based on this indicator, the required performance of the septic tank is determined. Water consumption depends on the number of people living in the house.

Soil characteristics are also taken into account. The possibility of installation on site should be determined. After all, the territory itself must respond sanitary standards: the distance from the septic tank to the residential building is 5 meters, from the septic tank to the well or well - 30 meters. If the site is small, then it is unlikely to meet all the necessary requirements. In this case, preference should be given to a more expensive option - sewage with biological treatment.

The location of the septic tank on the site

At the site where the storage tank is installed, entrances for a sewage truck should be provided.

Best option: summary

To correctly choose a septic tank for a country house, you should take into account all the recommendations and make the necessary calculations. The current budget also matters, because some types are more expensive, but are not always an appropriate construction option in a particular situation. An optimally selected design model will be a guarantee of environmental safety and cleanliness of the soil, and timely maintenance of the tank and pumping out wastewater (if provided for by the instructions) will extend its service life for a long time. The best option sewer capacity will allow you to build a high-quality sewer system on the site and significantly improve living conditions in a private house.

Which septic tank to choose for a private house?
How to choose the right septic tank for a private house? The owner of a country dwelling usually, when choosing a design, pays attention to its price and performance.



An overview article on how to correctly choose the right septic tank for a private house.

First: proceed from their number of people who will use the septic tank

For each person, at least two hundred liters per day will be required, that is, if there are five people in the family, then the septic tank for a three-day stay in it should have a volume of at least three cubic meters.

It is also worth considering the volume of salvo discharge of water, it comes from several sources at once (this is a bath, shower, sinks, toilets). If you calculate the water consumption incorrectly and exceed the flow volume, this will affect the quality of water treatment.

Second: Frequency of use

Aeration units such as "Unilos", "Topas", "Astra", "Bioxi" are perfect for year-round operation. If the flow of effluents ceases, then the activity of microorganisms is inhibited.

In order to use the septic tank occasionally, it is necessary to bring additional food into the sewer, most often it is semolina, pet food, kefir. After receiving top dressing, the activated sludge biocenosis is restored, and the septic tank is operating normally.

Third: a way to divert the drain

Usually there are three ways to remove effluents:

  • In the ground - this way suitable if the soil consists of sand or is sandy loam. Drains go into a filter well with a crushed stone or gravel cushion at the bottom,
  • In the "stormwater" - this method is suitable if the degree of filtration is approaching 98%, since you can get a fine for water pollution. The method is appropriate when your site has soil that does not absorb water well, for example, clay, or if you have an excessively high level of groundwater,
  • In an intermediate well - the method is suitable for several houses sharing one station. This well is built of concrete, and water does not leave it, it is dumped onto the terrain using a drainage pump.

The discharge of water into a common ditch is prohibited due to the fact that aeration stations cannot completely destroy helminth eggs. Therefore, there is a risk of infecting other residents with intestinal diseases.

Fourth: The depth to which the soil freezes in winter

You can find out how much the soil freezes in your area by focusing on SNiP 23-01-99. For example, in the Moscow Region, the soil freezes by 1.4 m.

That is, if you plan to use a septic tank in winter time, you need to lay it below the freezing point, otherwise you risk an accident.

Fifth: Station cost

The Topas and Astra brands are similar and have approximately the same price tag. The differences between them relate to design features (one compressor is installed in Topas, and two in Astra), the number of modifications in the depth of the underwater pipe, and the hull material. Bioksi stations provide for the possibility of processing a larger volume of runoff with a similar number of users. Therefore, the price tag for the products of this brand is slightly higher. For a private house, the option is optimal.

Also on the market there is a firm "Tver", which offers a combined type of treatment systems. These septic tanks have a chamber for anaerobic processes. In fact, it is a complex of a septic tank and an aeration unit. These systems are ideal for occasional use, but they are more expensive.

How do treatment plants work?

The compressor supplies small air bubbles to the aeration tanks, which cause oxidation. Then the wastewater is pumped into a biofilter or aeration tank, and the remaining organic matter is destroyed in it. If you have an aeration tank, then in it a mixture of water and sludge is sent to a secondary sump, where the effluent is separated into water and sludge, and bacteria are involved in the processing of organic matter. Aerobic bacteria are used here. The biofilter, in turn, uses anaerobic bacteria that can exist in an oxygen-free environment, therefore, oxygen supply to the chamber is not necessary. Purified water is either removed by gravity or with the help of special mechanisms, sludge remains.

Overview of units on the market

Consider the most popular settings.

Topas Station

Domestic production, one of the first in Russia.

His work is based on a combination of biological treatment with fine bubble aeration ( artificial feed air) for more efficient and rapid oxidation of domestic wastewater components. Biological purification is the biochemical destruction of organic substances by microorganisms (bacteria). In this type of installation, aerobic bacteria are used, due to them, the processes of biochemical destruction of organic substances occur.

Septic tanks of this company have a large number of modifications:

  • Based on the number of people living, modifications have been developed for four, five, six, eight, nine, ten or more people who live in a private house, in a country house, in a cottage,
  • Modifications that take into account the depth of the pipe that leads the drains out of the house,
  • Septic tank models can have one or two compressors,
  • Septic tank models may have a drainage pump,
  • In addition to modifications for the house, the company has developed septic tanks for a holiday village, a camp site, a country community with a capacity of fifty, seventy, one hundred, one hundred and fifty inhabitants.

You can safely choose the products of this brand, since this is one of the most thoughtful companies that has many options, and the company's consultants will select the option that suits you, taking into account the characteristics of your site and your needs.

The positive aspects of using the autonomous wastewater treatment plant "Topas" include:

  • A wide product line, you can choose a model based on the number of people living, modifications have been developed for areas with high level groundwater, as well as a number of other interesting solutions,
  • Increased strength of the product, squeezing the station with soil is excluded, extrusion is also impossible,
  • Very easy to operate, easy to manage by yourself, and no need to spend money on maintenance,
  • The station is silent
  • A very high degree of water purification, which allows the discharge of water into reservoirs or into a gutter.

Among the disadvantages of Topas brand stations are:

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Owners of private houses often face the problem of wastewater disposal due to the lack of a centralized sewerage system outside the city. For a long time, the only way out was to dig a cesspool, but using it is quite inconvenient and costly. Now they are mainly trying to mount an autonomous wastewater treatment unit - septic tanks for summer cottages, but still which septic tank is better to choose for specific conditions often remains a difficult question.

Together with the technical specialists of the EcoDom company, in this article we will analyze in detail the question of which septic tank is right for you and discuss best options on the basis of the tasks that he must solve.


Cesspool or storage septic tank will have to be cleaned regularly Source: www.saran.kar.diego.kz

What are septic tanks and what are they

Some mistakenly call a septic tank a complete set of treatment equipment. In fact, this is only a part of the treatment plant, which acts as a reservoir and primary filter for wastewater containing a large amount of biomaterials that require disposal.

There are quite a few varieties of septic tanks, and each of them has its pros and cons. Therefore, before purchasing, it is necessary to take into account what soil the country house stands on, the amount of water consumed and, of course, the budget that can be allocated for the purchase and installation.

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Also on initial stage it is necessary to decide on the type of device - to purchase a non-volatile septic tank or in which a forced supply of wastewater is organized (volatile). The first, by and large, are ordinary tanks for surface (within 60%) mechanical wastewater treatment, and the second are equipped with a pump and a set of additional filters, after which the output is process water purified by 95-98%.


Septic tanks with a full cleaning cycle and a storage well for industrial water Source delfin.one

It is possible to correctly decide which septic tank to choose - for year-round use or able to work effectively even with periodic supply of effluents, you can do it yourself, since there is enough information. Many turn to the help of the Internet for such queries as the rating of septic tanks for a country house in 2017, to get acquainted with the various ratings of septic tanks. But if there are doubts about the correctness of the choice, then the best option would be to turn to professionals. They will take into account all the nuances and select suitable option tailored to specific tasks.

Cleaning steps

Wastewater goes through several stages of treatment in a septic tank:

    Stage of accumulation and settling. This stage consists in collecting waste in a special container, where it is separated into fractions by settling at a temperature of about 20 degrees. Solid particles in the form of sediment fall to the bottom, fatty deposits float to the surface, and vapors (carbon dioxide and methane) are vented to the outside. At this stage, there is a partial stratification of wastewater, which is then sent to the next tank;

    Secondary filtration stage. Its goal is to clean the mixture up to about 75%. At this stage, the solution is purified using a separate filter consisting of a sorbent layer of about 20 centimeters. In some septic tanks, the sorbent has to be washed and reactivated annually to work correctly;

Stages of wastewater treatment in septic tanks Source mendig.ru

Solid deposits settled in the tanks are pumped out or removed mechanically.

Operating principle

Technically, two types of waste disposal are used: anaerobic (without air access) and aerobic (decomposition involving bacteria that need oxygen for life).

Septic tanks have an anaerobic mechanism of action, which act as a storage tank or sump. Such treatment systems, without installing additional equipment, carry out only primary clarification of wastewater and require their frequent pumping out by a sewage machine.

Important! According to sanitary standards, the discharge of liquid from anaerobic septic tanks into the soil is prohibited.

This option is suitable for rarely visited cottages or private houses with a small number of residents. The cost of such a structure is low, the installation does not require much effort, and the operation does not require a constant flow of effluents into the chambers.


The principle of operation of an anaerobic septic tank Source domvpavlino.ru

Often colonies of active bacteria are added to such septic tanks, which help to filter effluent better than with conventional anaerobic treatment.

The aerobic mechanism of action is carried out by local biological treatment plants. In such septic tanks colonies of aerobic bacteria are settled, which effectively purify wastewater.

Unlike anaerobic crops, they reproduce rapidly, have a wide variety of species, and are more tenacious and active. Recycling is much faster, and the output water is practically non-toxic.

For the normal functioning of these septic tanks, the installation of aerators is required, which will supply the oxygen necessary for the vital activity of bacteria. Also, aerobic systems must constantly work - if within 2-3 weeks there is no new effluent entering the chamber, then the bacteria will die and their cultures will have to be planted again.

Obviously, the best septic tank for a country house is aerobic. But it all depends on the budget, as this type of treatment plant is more expensive.


The scheme of operation of the septic tank for aerobic treatment Source rinnipool.ru

What materials are septic tanks made of?

An important aspect when buying a septic tank is the choice of material from which it is made. Most often, when ordering a finished septic tank, it is made of polymeric materials.

In addition, the following materials are used for the manufacture of a local cleaning system:

    Metal constructions. Rarely used due to susceptibility to corrosion, general impracticality and inconvenience of use;

    Concrete. Monolithic structures are used as reservoirs. This option requires a lot of money and time. It is mainly used in the construction of septic tanks with their own hands;

    Fiberglass structures are the most suitable and frequently used material.

Also, septic tanks can be made from improvised materials (barrels, tires) on their own, but this option is only suitable for small country houses.


Homemade small septic tanks for summer cottages - from tires and concrete rings Source gameasphalt.ru

You can save on the purchase of a cleaning plant by placing an order at the factory. The most expensive on the market are septic tanks with additional equipment for complete biological wastewater treatment.

Volatile and non-volatile septic tanks

According to the degree of their autonomy, cleaning systems are divided into:

    Non-volatile (autonomous) septic tanks are settling tanks for the accumulation and clarification of wastewater. Such installations need periodic pumping of waste by a sewage machine. They have a low degree of purification and require additional ground filtration, for which it is necessary to allocate a piece of land. The positive aspects include low cost and independence from electricity;

    Volatile septic tanks are the exact opposite of non-volatile structures. Thanks to the design and additional equipment, wastewater in such systems goes through a full cycle of processing and purification, which eliminates the need for maintenance. The disadvantages include the cost of installation, as well as dependence on electricity. During the absence of power supply, the degree of purification of sewage water decreases, and the septic tank acts as a sump.


The pump and aerator are essential components of a volatile septic tank. Source bidinvest.ru

Criteria for choosing a cleaning system for a country house

Before choosing a suitable septic tank, the following aspects must be considered:

    The number of people living in the house - the power of the entire device depends on this;

    The material from which the septic tank is made determines its wear resistance and resistance to aggressive influences;

    The relief of the area where the installation of the structure will be carried out and the height of groundwater;

    The complexity of installing a sewage treatment system - septic tanks with a filtration field are leading in terms of installation costs, and biological treatment plants are the most profitable in this regard - their capacity just needs to be buried in the ground;

    Own budget.

On our website you can find contacts of companies specializing in septic tanks and autonomous sewers for country houses. You can directly communicate with representatives by visiting the exhibition of houses "Low-Rise Country".

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Popular prefabricated septic tanks

To make it easier to decide on a suitable device, the following is an overview of septic tanks for a country house:

Rostock mini

simple and reliable option for private houses. A capacity of about 200 liters per day is enough for stable sewerage operation when two people live in a house.


Septic tank "Rostok-Mini" in the section Source stroychik.ru

It is made entirely from polymer material without the use of metal inserts and has a capacity of 1000 liters. The one-piece cast design of the cleaning system allows you to achieve complete tightness. Installation of this model of a septic tank will not cause difficulties, since it weighs less than 3 kilograms and has the shape of a cylinder. This design prevents groundwater from pushing it out of the soil during the pumping of the contents. As for the cost, it is about 25,000 rubles;

Aster

This model of the cleaning system is very popular in the Russian market. It can be attributed to the premium types of septic tanks. Such structures are made of polymeric materials and have good performance indicators, since the throughput is 1 cubic meter per day. Astra performs high-level wastewater treatment, thanks to the presence of filters of anaerobic and aerobic mechanism of action. The option is designed for country houses, where no more than 5 people live. The disadvantages of such a cleaning system include its cost, which reaches about 80,000 rubles;


Installed septic tank "Astra" Source apriltime.ru

bioxi

It is a high-quality non-volatile septic tank made of polymeric materials, which is quite popular among domestic buyers. It has performance and throughput performance similar to the Astra model. This cleaning system is equipped with a compressor that ensures the movement of wastewater through the system, as well as a special pump unit that flushes the channels in automatic mode. The disadvantages include frequent failure of additional equipment. The purchase price of such a septic tank is about 90,000 rubles;


Installation of a septic tank "Bioxi" Source instazu.com

This cleaning system is designed to serve no more than 4 people. It is made from sheet polymeric materials. Having average performance indicators, it is able to pass through itself about 200 liters of wastewater per day. This septic tank has a four-chamber structure, which gives it a high degree of filtration. Installation is carried out in places where the groundwater level is at around 2 meters and deeper. However, the model range allows you to choose the right option for any area. The combination of price and quality allows the DKS sewer system to compete with other models on the market. Its cost is 20,000 rubles;


The scheme of operation of the septic tank "DKS" Source koffkindom.ru

Leader

The septic tank has a compact size, stable and reliable design. The body is made of special polyethylene. A high degree of wastewater treatment is achieved thanks to the four-chamber structure, each of which undergoes a certain processing process. A wide range of models allows you to serve 2-16 people daily, depending on the design. This septic tank requires system cleaning once a year. The throughput is 400-3000 liters per day, and the productivity is 0.2-3.6 cubic meters / day, it all depends on the chosen model. Cost - from 75,000 - 200,000 rubles;


Delivery of the septic tank "Leader" Source gameasphalt.ru

Tank

This septic tank is endowed with a specific appearance, and its outer shell has a ribbed structure, which contributes to better fixation in the soil after installing a country septic tank. Purification sewerage type "Tank" is a three-chamber system of blocks and modules. Such a station does not need to be pumped out by a sewage machine, as it is completely autonomous. Due to its low cost and long service life, the Tank septic tank is in great demand. The installation of the system is carried out manually and does not require pouring the base of the pit with concrete. It is intended both for seasonal use at dachas, and constant operation of country houses. Price - 40-80 thousand rubles;


The septic tank "Tank" has a specific recognizable form Source belydom.ru

Tver

It is made of durable polymer materials, which reduces the weight of the entire structure, and stiffening ribs add reliability to it. A feature of this septic tank is the horizontal position of the tanks. The device has a high degree of wastewater treatment and is equipped with additional equipment that requires connection to electricity. Does not need constant care. This septic tank is suitable for any type of soil. The disadvantages include high cost and dependence on electricity. The price is 70,000 - 140,000 rubles;


Installed septic tank "Tver" Source stroyka-electro.ru

Topas

One of the leaders in the market of cleaning systems, from the company "EcoDom". It stands out with a high degree of purification (98%) due to a special four-chamber design, as well as the use of colonies of microorganisms as filters. The septic tank is compact and rectangular shape housing for easy installation. Installation can be carried out in any type of soil. The construction does not require frequent maintenance and pumping out waste with a sewage machine. The range of models is wide and can satisfy the needs of both country houses and cottages, as well as large enterprises. The cost is 80,000 - 300,000 rubles;


What is needed for the installation of a septic tank "Topas" Source septiksm.ru

Poplar

In the manufacture of used polymeric materials that are resistant to temperature changes. Septic tanks of this type have a long service life, high productivity and throughput (up to 3300 liters per day). The capacity of the system tanks is up to 5200 liters. The disadvantage of such installations is the dependence on electricity. Suitable for use in large country houses and industrial buildings. The price of the Topol septic tank is 70,000 - 170,000 rubles;


Two-block septic tank "Poplar" Source barakyat.com

Triton

It is made of a double layer of polymeric material that is not susceptible to corrosion and decay products. This septic tank has a wide range of models. It has a long service life, a high degree of sewage treatment and low cost. Requires cleaning every 1-2 years. Disadvantages: requires the installation of additional equipment and frequent replacement of filters. Ideal for small country house. Prices vary depending on the model: 30,000 - 85,000 rubles;


Three-chamber septic tank "Triton" Source remontik.org

Ecoline

Manufactured from special durable polyethylene. Septic tanks of this type have high efficiency wastewater treatment. The volume of models can vary from 1500 to 4800 liters. Suitable for seasonal operation by a small group of people and permanent residence in country house. Has a reliable and strong design of a cylindrical form. Such a cleaning system consists of 2-3 chambers. The lineup It is represented by designs with different performance and throughput, which allows you to choose the right option for any need. The cost of Ecoline is 55,000 rubles;


Double-hull septic tank "Ecoline" Source gidroguru.com

Elgad C 1400

The best model from the "mini" class, which is ideal for seasonal use in summer cottages. It has a compact size and a stable design. The capacity of this sewer system is 1400 liters. This septic tank is designed to serve up to 3 people. The body is made of polymer material, and its inner part is covered with a layer of anti-corrosion agent. Despite the tightness and integrity of the design, such a cleaning system does not retain unpleasant odors well. The cost is about 35,000 rubles.


Septic tank "Elgad S 1400" and its modifications Source steklotorgopt.ru

This is not a complete rating of septic tanks for the home - there are still quite a few models of such devices, both domestic and foreign, but in general their design, principle of operation and price do not differ from those listed.

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Conclusion

Depending on the budget, you can make a cleaning system yourself from improvised means, or order a ready-made version from sales representatives or the manufacturer. The option of studying the ratings of the best septic tanks for a country house is not always right choice, since you need to take into account all the features of your site and the requirements for it.

A properly selected and correctly installed septic tank will create the conditions necessary for a comfortable stay in a country house.


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