A septic design is the cornerstone of the planning process and serves as an accurate reference tool for use throughout the entire permitting and installation process. An effective design will reflect the most optimal decisions with consideration to layout, system functionality, and cost. 

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Erroneous designs can lead to faulty installations, code violations and expensive repairs and replacements. Health departments must verify that each design is accurate both on paper and in the field before the design is approved and a permit is issued. Through the plan review process, design errors are discovered before they have the potential to become problems later on. 

 

All of our designs are done using computer automated drafting (CAD) and we coordinate with surveyors, architects, and engineers. Other companies still use pencils and rulers for septic design planning, which impacts the design’s accuracy, limits the ability to explore alternative options on challenging lots, and makes coordination with external professionals more difficult. All drafting is also done in-house, meaning we can make any necessary changes to a design quickly and easily. Other companies may outsource the drafting of their designs, which leads to delays in implementing changes. 

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We also incorporate drone shots into our design plans, which are helpful for receiving real-time lot updates and help the property owner visualize the layout of the system. Drone shots are also useful during construction, as sites and layouts can change and deviate from the design plan. Our licensing to both design and install these systems allows us to make changes to plans on-site at the time of installation if necessary. 

 

At AOS, we’re proud to design and install systems to be maintained for decades, not just replaced. This saves our customers thousands of dollars over the years, not to mention the hassle of digging up your yard to remove and replace an inferior system.