WA’s Leading Aerobic Treatment Unit Specialists
Aerobic treatment units ATU are a more effective alternative to a conventional septic system. An aerobic septic system that uses oxygen to help breakdown solids and treat wastewater. Conventional septic systems such as septic tanks use an anaerobic system which is slower and less effective.
Whereas an ATU or Aerobic Treatment unit uses oxygen to do a far more effective job of breaking down and treating wastewater.
ATU’s work in a natural way to treat wastewater. This makes them perfect for those with smaller yards. The faster more effect ATU or Aerobic Septic System means that you can have a smaller unit or footprint than an anaerobic septic system.
An ATU makes perfect sense for so many reasons.
Benefits :
- More effective
- Cost-Effective
- Saves Water
- Better for the Environment
- Uses fewer Chemicals
- Doesn’t Tamper Ground Water
- Higher Quality Effluent
- Smaller Leach Fields
OUR ATU SERVICES
INSPECTION
Just like any septic system, this aerobic treatment unit can get a build-up of sludge. Sludge is the solid waste that builds up and can cause your aerobic septic system to be less effective or at worst, enter the aerobic unit and then into the pump compartment. High sludge contents can cause damage to pumps and clog disposal fields, so its best to have a regular inspection to keep your ATU performing at its best. We offer an ATU maintenance plan that includes a regular sludge reading. This keeps you carefree and your Aerobic Treatment Unit running effectively.
INSTALLATION
When getting an ATU installed you need to follow the local council’s rules and regulations. Having this done by the professionals will ease your mind, as they know all the rules and regulations and have dealt with inspections regularly. These have to be installed in a proper manner in order to work properly and if they are not they can cause all kinds of problems, including contaminating your drinking water. You can contact your local environmental health officer to ensure you have the proper approvals that you need to get one installed as well or let us do that for you! Homeowners should not attempt to install a septic system on their own. This is a delicate matter that needs to be installed correctly in order to work properly. Call today and we will be happy to come out and get you a quote.
MAINTENANCE
There are many brands, makes and models of aerobic treatment units or aerobic septic systems on the market, so it is always a good idea to leave maintenance and repairs to the professionals. Due to the fact that these systems are so vital! A broken septic system can be a really bad day, to say the least. It’s for this exact reason that Prestige Group WA offers cost-effective maintenance that keeps you smelling like roses. Although these systems are extremely robust and normally out of sight and out of mind, but when your ATU needs maintenance or repair you will want to know it’s being done by a professional, the right way the first time. Although we suggest a sludge reading every 3 to 6 months to keep you and your system healthy, but if at any time you start to smell sewage from your aerobic treatment unit or aerobic septic system you need to call for an inspection to determine the cause, as this is a sign that something is not working effectively.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is an ATU system?
An ATU – Aerobic Treatment Unit or commonly called an Aerobic Septic System, because it uses oxygen to breakdown houehold wastewater.
The treated wastewater can be used for irrigation in garden beds, orchards, etc or disposed of into leach drains, soakwells and Aquasafe drains.
How does an aerobic treatment unit work?
An Aerobic Treatment System uses oxygen to treat wastewater. This breaks down more waste and makes more water available for reuse.
What is the service interval on an atu?
Depending on the manufacturer, usually 2-4 times per year.
Do aerobic systems need to be pumped?
Yes, we recommend pumping out the sludge every 4 – 5 years.
Can I use the ATU water to water my garden?
The treated wastewater can be used for irrigation in garden beds, orchards, etc.
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