#133 - I Installed My Own Septic System!

I picked up my Norwesco 1500 gal tank a few months ago and I felt it was time to get it in. I used the laser level over and over to insure I would hit grade before setting the tank. The install itself went very well. The Norwesco tank is very well built and should last a very long time. Next I will install the leach field and lay the perforated pipe.

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[coltjones]

Did you consider shoring up the walls when you where in? Trench rescue is usually just a body recovery. Especially using that Tamper. The fire department I work for specializes in “Trench Rescue”. Is the only reason I think about every time I see anyone working in a trench.

[yaroslavivanchuk]

Returning to your video over and over. My project started an about year later of this and didn't go well do to the ....and covid. So now I am planning to continue working on my house and find out this video very useful. Following you on most of the steps. Very go !

[WKF]

Binged watched your show here for about 12 hours yesterday and got this far 🤣 amazing work! Hope to be in your shoes soon!

[michaelwhiteoldtimer]

we had the same tank installed 20 years ago and it has held up well

[waynecompton]

Good job, Just a thought when you dig a pit dig the outsides first then dig the middle last that way you get a nice square sided pit because the backhoe arm will always go where the less resistance is .Thank you  and Take Care.

[mandbhomestead]

Looking good. You are another step closer to your dream house. I also learned a lot, thanks for sharing.

[rcman]

Keep up the good work... love seeing the progression

[jimh]

for those of you that haven't used the stomper, rammer, jumping jack, compactor...
there are three things to make compacting with it easy...
1) make sure you have adicate water in the dirt (that a hand full and squeeze.. it should stay balled up but no water running out).
(dry dirt doesn't compact adequately)
2) after you have everything leveled... walk on the dirt.. all of it.. this brings the beginning of compaction up. and stops the machine from burying it self...
3) don't be afraid of the machine...
turn the throttle wide open...
that's where the machine runs the best...
anything less and the machine jumps crazy...
when the machine is running good..
i can run it with as little as three fingers....
if at full throttle the machine acts up...
it might need a tune up.. or have a dirty air cleaner....

[michaelshepherd]

Came back and watched this after the latest couple wanted to see it being installed and how the area looked compared to

[rhondarogers]

Best septic system installation that I have viewed so far. I have a tiny house shed conversion underway, with 288sq ft. Not sure if I need a 1500 gallon tank?

[gmass]

Looking good, lot of hard work on your part....enjoyed the the dream...

[craigmonteforte]

Came y to watch a video on Septic Systems kind of a Crappy topic LOL. And i was pretty suprised to not only learn some things butto be entertained by great music as well thanks the system. You went with looks pretty straight foward and easy to install

[danielbuzard]

I am really glad you're doing this video. I want to put a 3/4 bath in the shop I am building in Louisiana and I am way too far away from my MODAD to discharge into that. So that leaves me with, possibly 2 options, put in another MODAD or (if the state allows) put in a tank like this. I'll have to do some research. Love what you're doing with the channel.

[charleschidester]

A lot of work for one man... Great job.

[EssentialMountainHomesteading]

Awsome, This is the video I've been waiting for.

[mmanut]

I look forward to your videos, great job. Making progress now. Did you ever think about trucking your water in and put it in large tanks inside that tire room you are building in side of hill. You can get by a couple of years until you dig your well. Some people truck their water in permanently. Gravity works and maybe a pump to boost pressure for showers. Allot of work running all that pipe. And adding a holding tank. Trucking water is fairly cheap. You could even buy your own tank to put in back of your trick to haul your own water. Once a month is all you need if not even less. Just an idea. Sometimes the most practical is simple. Good Luck, really liking what you're doing. 👍👍 Vinny 🇺🇸

[Ungovernable]

Those tools sure looks like they make a tough job easier. Nice work.

[fightswithspirits]

That same septic tank can also be used for emergency shelter and tiny house. I saw it on the Internet.

[jamesappello]

Excellent video series. Learning more and more from you. Thanks!

[dblack]

This world needs more men to step up and be spiritual family leaders like you.