Cesspools
The cesspool is the forerunner to the modern septic system. The cesspool is simply a vertical pit dug into the earth. The pit is lined with a porous cement, or block, or stone. The area outside the liner is filled with gravel. All the wastewater from the home is routed to the cesspool. The solids fall to the bottom where they are partially digested by bacteria and microorganisms that occur there naturally. The effluent leaches out into the gravel and soil surrounding the pit.
Today, cesspools are far from the best method of dealing with household wastewater. If your home has one and it is working properly, keep it carefully maintained by having it pumped regularly. Avoid putting grease and food down the drains. See the septic system care page on this web site.
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Improve your system's biological balance. Disintegrates fats, oils, sludge, detergents, and grease. For residential or commercial use.
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