Septic Tank Covers and Risers

A septic tank riser is a plastic or a concrete pipe that runs vertically from the access ports that are situated on the topmost part of the septic tank. Septic tank riser allows easy and simple ground level access and it also improves the visibility of the performance of the septic tank. Septic tank covers are used to guard or cover the large septic tanks. These septic tank lids or covers can also be used to cover the huge concrete man hole. Plastic septic tank lid cover is preferred over concrete, so these plastic covers are used as concrete septic tank lid replacements.

Benefits of Septic Tank Risers

The risers provide an easy access to the septic tanks during the month of winter when the ground is frozen. It provides quick and easy access to septic tank system for pumping and maintenance purpose. As it makes maintenance easier, so it prevents any king of digging up of the ground for maintenance. It also provides a visual reminder of the septic system. A visual reminder is important as it helps in routine maintenance of the septic system and without proper maintenance, there can be a failure in the septic system. The septic tank risers are designed in such a way so that they can blend with the surrounding. So it will not destroy the beauty of the yard of the owner. It is a bit expensive to install a septic tank riser, but it is a one time investment that will protect the septic system for many years in the future. Without the riser the owner will not be able to keep an eye on the tank, hence there will be no maintenance and that will lead to septic system failure. It takes an awful lot of money to repair the entire septic system so it is recommended to the customers to install a riser to avoid any kind of repair expenses on the septic tank.