Soil Treatment Articles

Consistence features of the soil will determine whether water can be properly treated on a potential site

From an installation perspective, it is important to recognize soil colors and their meanings

An in-depth look at grade, size and type and how the classification affects onsite wastewater treatment

An in-depth look at texture descriptions and how soil classes affect onsite wastewater treatment

The Munsell guide and field procedures can help system designers make the right call when locating soil treatment areas on properties with seasonal saturation issues

From the tap and toilet to the drainfield, onsite professionals should properly manage wastewater flow to ensure system longevity

Testing to predict how water will move through the soil with a morphology or percolation test helps determine a soil treatment area's size

Onsite systems sometimes need some R&R. See how periodic resting can help restore soil infiltration, and learn what factors to consider when resting a system.

Disturbing as little soil as possible during an installation is a no-brainer, but normal soil erosion can cause headaches. Learn what you can do to reduce major water flow.