How Small Flow Wastewater Treatment Systems Keep Your Family Healthy

Let’s talk about something that safeguards your family’s health at home; every time you turn on the tap, take a shower, or pour a glass of water. In many homes, especially those not connected to the municipal sewer systems, small flow wastewater treatment systems are silently protecting your family and the environment by continuously treating your wastewater.

What Are Small Flow Wastewater Treatment Systems?

Simply put, these systems treat the wastewater from your home; that is anything that goes down your sinks, toilets, showers, and laundry. This wastewater is not sent to municipal sewer systems; it’s treated right at your home. Many homes in rural areas, small communities, or places without access to municipal sewer services use small-flow wastewater treatment systems. The wastewater is treated and released back into the environment, using a series of biological processes, filtration, and sometimes chemical processes that help reduce contaminants.

Why is waste water treatment important for eliminating bacteria? 

Regular wastewater can carry dangerous bacteria, including harmful strains of E. coli and Salmonella. If your system isn’t working properly, it could lead to leaks that contaminate not only the ground but eventually, your well or other water sources too. Drinking or cooking with this contaminated water may not only cause issues like stomach pain or nausea, it could also lead to serious health risks, especially for small children and those with weakened immune systems.

The good news is, a properly functioning small flow system treats potentially harmful bacteria before they reach your water source. With proper and regular maintenance that includes tank pumping and service, you can ensure your system protects your family and the world from contaminated water. 

Fighting Viruses Too

Besides bacteria, untreated wastewater can also carry viruses like Norovirus and Hepatitis A. Modern small flow systems are developed to combat viruses with filtration and disinfection methods that neutralize viruses before they can impact human health. The outcome is safer water for drinking, bathing, and regular use, providing you additional peace of mind around the year. 

Maintaining Your Septic System

Like many of your suburban or rural neighbours, you rely on a septic system to manage your wastewater. The septic system is a reliable workhorse that needs your support for proper functioning. Here’s how you can ensure your septic system keeps working properly: 

• Annual Check: Have your system checked annually by an expert.

• Tank Pumping: Get the tank pumped every 3 to 5 years , depending on the size of your family and use of water.

• Don’t Overburden It: Ensure no more than one load of laundry a day and fix faucets so that you don’t burden your system.

• Don’t Flush Everything: The only things you should flush down the toilet are human waste and toilet paper. You should never flush human waste or toilet paper along with: grease, chemicals or even “flushable” wipes; anything other than human waste and toilet paper will result in clogging or destruction of your system.

By following these steps, you can keep harmful materials from reducing the efficiency of your wastewater system.

Why This is Important for Your Family  

Keeping your wastewater system in proper operating condition is one of the best things you can do, to keep your family protected from potential waterborne illnesses. Systems such as these help not only avoid potential bacterial and viral infections, they also keep other potential pollutants and chemicals out of the water supply that you use every day. When your wastewater system is operating properly, you are doing your part to protect your family from a range of unseen threats. 

What’s Your  Next Step?

If you’re unsure about the condition of your wastewater treatment system or simply want the peace of mind that comes with a professional check-up, contact us today.

With decades of expertise, Tri-County Water Services has been helping families like yours keep their water safe. Call us at 610-365-4872 or visit us online to ensure your home’s water stays clean and healthy for years to come.