Diagram of Septic System Components

Below is an interactive diagram (Flash Plug-in required) that illustrates how the typical residential septic system operates. Use the buttons within the diagram to show you the different working parts.

For additional information on keeping your system in good working order, please check out this interactive diagram “How does it work?”. Without proper maintenance or when your system gets older, your septic system can develop some of these common problems (interactive diagram)