Browse Forums Owner Builder Forum 1 Feb 15, 2017 2:36 pm Next question is whether one is allowed to do your own septic tank installation and drain field, with a registered plumber signing off on it, or does the plumber have to do it? If so, how much can one do yourself, ie dig the holes and trenches? I estimated 56 mtres of drain field pipe (100mm pipe) on a 3,000 litre septic tank with a baffle - does that sound in the ball park for sandy soil? Re: Septic tank question 3Feb 24, 2017 8:17 pm sorry not very helpful that last post, but I am having the same ideas about my build, but in the end I am going to need a plumber and other trades to sign off on what I do, so I need to find some co operative trades first. From what I know about water tanks (I've been working with a client on them for a few years now) is this - The concrete can last a lifetime if they don't crack for some… 2 10638 Thanks for letting us know. The programmer will have a look at this later today. 2 6689 DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair But if it is a ground level open pit, then it is not a charged system. No surprises there. The pipes have obviously been altered and there would be a reason for this.… 3 31284 |