A lift station is vital to the removal of waste from some municipalities. It is responsible for removing wastewater from a lower elevation to a higher one. It can be equal big savings in excavation costs for contractors and homeowners. Many homeowners don’t realize that they have a lift station until they have a problem with theirs. Whether it’s a commercial or residential lift station, it is important that it is properly maintained and understood to avoid issues with raw sewage. D’Amorie Construction is here to talk about lift stations and the important role they play in waste removal.
How Exactly Does a Lift Station Work?
Removing wastewater and raw sewage from one location to a wastewater treatment plant is vital in some municipalities. Sometimes, wastewater must be removed from a lower elevation to a higher one. This is something that gravity can’t take care of on its own. It is so vital because it ensures that the public is kept safe from the dangers of raw sewage and the disease that can result in contact with it. As the lift station pump lifts the sewage upward, using a pressurized sewer force main, the sewage is moved so that it can get treated and recirculated.
Different Types of Lift Stations
Most municipalities will use one of two types of lift stations, a wet well or a dry well pump. Here is a closer look at how both of these work:
– Wetwell Pump: When dealing with a wet well lift station, a pump is submerged in the wet well and a motor is used to pump the water upward. This is one of the safest ways to to remove wastewater and has fewer health concerns.
– Drywell: This type of lift station is usually stored underground or in a separate chamber. It is much more difficult to maintain and has a greater risk with it as well.
Importance of Lift Station Maintenance
There are many health risks that come from being exposed to raw sewage. So, it shouldn’t come as any surprise that it is vital that lift stations are handled with care. Regular maintenance is required on them and in many areas, required by law. Excellent records of maintenance are also required. Some of this maintenance includes, monitoring flow readings, cleaning floats, greasing motors, and more. When there is an issue with a lift station, it is key to have the problem addressed by appropriate professionals as soon as possible for the safety of the public.
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If you have a lift station that isn’t working right or need to have a lift station installed to take care of the wastewater on your property, you can turn to D’Amorie Construction to take care of it. We have extensive experience in installing, repairing, monitoring, and maintaining lift stations for the safety of the public. We will ensure yours is working properly as well. Call us today!
