Septic Tank Installation
Professional septic tank installation for residential and commercial properties across the Lakes Region
5 Highlights on Septic Tank Installation
- Full site evaluation and perc testing — Our certified technicians perform soil analysis, percolation tests, and site surveys before any excavation begins. We map setbacks, easements, and water table depth to design a compliant system from the ground up.
- Permit coordination with local health departments — Septic tank installation requires permits. We handle all paperwork, engineering drawings, and health department submissions so your project stays on schedule and meets every code requirement.
- Concrete, fiberglass, and polyethylene tank options — We install tanks from trusted manufacturers in sizes ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 gallons. Each tank selection matches your household hydraulic load, soil absorption rate, and lot configuration.
- Complete drain field and distribution box construction — Every new septic system includes a properly graded leach field with perforated pipe, geotextile fabric, and gravel bed media. We connect distribution boxes, lateral lines, and header pipes for even effluent flow.
- Riser installation and alarm system setup — We fit every new tank with risers, access ports, and lids at grade level. Float switch alarm systems come standard on pump chamber and dosing tank configurations.
Our Septic Tank Installation Services:
- Residential Septic Tank Installation
- Commercial Septic Tank Installation
- Septic System Replacement
- Drain Field Installation
Why Choose Our Septic Tank Installation
Septic tank installation is a long term investment that demands precision, licensing, and deep knowledge of subsurface wastewater systems. Lakes Region Septic brings over two decades of hands on experience installing conventional, mounded, and alternative septic systems across the region.
Our installers hold current state certifications. Every crew member understands soil composition, absorption rates, and the engineering behind gravity fed and pressurized drain field designs. We don’t subcontract the work. Our own excavators, backhoes, and trenchers arrive on your property operated by trained professionals who’ve completed hundreds of installations.
We guarantee our septic tank installation work with a written warranty covering tank integrity, pipe connections, and distribution box assembly. If a baffle fails or a tee fitting leaks within the warranty period, we repair it at no charge.
Lakes Region Septic also stands apart on communication. You’ll receive a detailed installation timeline, daily progress updates, and a final as built drawing showing every component location. That documentation proves invaluable for future inspections, pump outs, and property sales.
Our pricing is transparent. We provide itemized quotes that break down tank cost, excavation, backfill, pipe materials, and permit fees. No hidden charges appear after the backhoe leaves your yard.
Signs You Need Septic Tank Installation
Septic tank installation becomes necessary under several specific conditions. Recognizing these signs early saves you from contaminated groundwater, property damage, and health department violations.
Your existing septic tank is failing beyond repair. Cracked concrete walls, corroded baffles, and a collapsed inlet or outlet pipe can render an old tank non functional. When a camera inspection reveals structural failure in the tank compartment itself, replacement through new installation is the only compliant path forward.
You’re building a new home on undeveloped land. Any residential or commercial property without municipal sewer access needs an onsite wastewater system. A new septic tank installation includes the tank, pump chamber if required, and a full absorption bed or chamber system sized to your projected daily flow.
Sewage is surfacing in your yard. Saturated soil above the leach field, standing effluent near the tank area, or odorous wet patches signal a system that’s overwhelmed. If your existing tank lacks adequate detention time or the drain field biomat has sealed off percolation, a new installation with properly engineered components solves the problem permanently.
Your perc test results don’t match your current system. Older systems were sometimes installed without proper percolation testing. A modern perc test may reveal that your soil’s absorption rate requires a mound system, sand filter, or pressurized drip irrigation system rather than the conventional gravity fed setup you currently have.
The health department has issued a non compliant notice. Failing coliform tests, elevated nitrogen or phosphorus levels in nearby groundwater monitoring wells, or an unpermitted cesspool on your property all trigger mandatory action. A new, code compliant septic tank installation with current treatment level standards resolves these violations.
Our Septic Tank Installation Process
Septic tank installation is a multi phase project that follows a strict sequence. Here’s how Lakes Region Septic completes every job.
Step 1: Site evaluation and soil testing. We survey your property, identify setback distances from wells and structures, and conduct a percolation test. Soil samples tell us the absorption rate and whether a conventional, mounded, or alternative system fits your lot.
Step 2: System design and permitting. Our engineer designs the full system layout including tank size, drain field dimensions, distribution box placement, and pipe routing. We submit plans to the local health department and secure all required permits before breaking ground.
Step 3: Excavation and tank placement. Our excavator and backhoe operators dig the tank pit to precise depth and grade specifications. We set the concrete, fiberglass, or polyethylene tank on a compacted base, level it, and verify inlet and outlet elevations.
Step 4: Pipe connections and drain field construction. We trench lateral lines, lay perforated pipe or chamber system infiltrators in gravel beds with geotextile fabric, and connect everything to the distribution box. Tee fittings, effluent filters, baffles, and check valves go in during this phase.
Step 5: Backfill, grading, and final inspection. We backfill around the tank and over the drain field, compact the soil, and grade the surface for proper drainage. A health department inspector reviews the completed installation. We commission the system, test the pump and float switch if applicable, and hand you the as built documentation.
Brands We Use
Lakes Region Septic installs products from these trusted manufacturers:
- Infiltrator Water Technologies
- Orenco Systems
- Polylok
- Sim/Tech Filter
- Zoeller
- Liberty Pumps
- TUF-TITE
- Presby Environmental
- Bio-Microbics
- Norweco
Every product we install meets NSF/ANSI standards and carries manufacturer warranties.
Other Services
| Septic tank installation | New septic system install | Onsite wastewater system construction |
| Residential septic installation | Home septic tank setup | Drain field and tank installation |
| Septic system installer near me | Licensed septic contractor | Perc test and septic permit services |
| Commercial septic installation | Large capacity septic tank install | Pump chamber and dosing tank setup |
| Septic tank replacement | Replace old septic system | Concrete septic tank installation cost |
FAQs About Septic Tank Installation
What does septic tank installation include?
A complete septic tank installation includes the tank itself, a distribution box, drain field with lateral lines and gravel bed or chamber system, all pipe connections, risers with lids, baffles, effluent filters, and backfill with final grading. Pump chambers, float switches, and alarm systems are included when the design calls for a pressurized system.
How long does a new septic tank installation take?
Most residential septic tank installations take three to five days from excavation to final inspection. Larger commercial systems or mound system installations may require seven to ten working days. Weather and permit turnaround times can affect the schedule.
When should I replace my septic tank instead of repairing it?
You should consider new septic tank installation when your existing tank has structural cracks, severe corrosion, a collapsed baffle system, or when the tank size no longer handles your property’s hydraulic load. Tanks older than 30 years often lack modern features like effluent filters and risers, making full replacement the more cost effective choice.
How much does septic tank installation cost?
Septic tank installation costs vary based on tank material, system type, soil conditions, and drain field size. A conventional gravity fed residential system typically ranges from $7,000 to $15,000. Mound systems, sand filters, and pressurized designs run higher due to additional components and engineering.
Can I install a septic tank on any property?
Not every lot qualifies for a conventional septic tank installation. Soil percolation rates, water table depth, lot size, and setback distances from wells, property lines, and structures all determine what type of system your property can support. A perc test and site evaluation answer this question definitively.
Does a new septic tank installation require a permit?
Yes. Every new septic tank installation requires a permit from your local health department. Lakes Region Septic handles the full permit application process, including engineered system drawings and soil test documentation, as part of our standard installation service.