Cleaning out a DIY septic tank
Sorry if im not using the correct term. We have an RV dump setup. Years ago i was told its (2) 50 gallon drums welded together with holes drilled in it. Worked great for over 10 years. I think we ...
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DutchmenSport wrote:This is what has happened. The fact the OP can only fit 20 gallons or so into a 100 gallon setup isn't just a clue, it is proof positive.
Without a leaching field, the solids will just sit there and continue to pile up while liquids flowed away. What you probably have in those barrels is a gigantic block of solidly compacted mess! Chances are, it won't even pump out. Nothing is going to get pushed through any holes with any kind of pressure. I think, if you can get away with it, your best option is to simply cover the old barrels up, seal them off, and dig out a new one. And...as stated above, add some leaching lines, and use Rid-X often to keep those solids broken down and in a liquid state.
