Wastewater Design

One of the more common calls we receive after a storm or power outage is: “My HSTP won’t stop spraying. Is something wrong with it?” In many cases, the answer is actually: 👉 No. Your system is doing exactly what it’s supposed to do. While it’s normal for HSTP irrigation sprays to operate periodically throughout […]

One of the most common calls we receive from homeowners is: “My HSTP isn’t spraying. Is there something wrong with my system?” The answer is: not necessarily. Many homeowners assume their irrigation sprays should be operating all the time, but that’s actually not how most Home Sewage Treatment Plants (HSTPs) work. Before you panic, let’s

One of the most common concerns homeowners have is noticing wet ground around their wastewater system. Whether it’s a soggy patch of grass, a boggy area that never seems to dry out, or water pooling near the irrigation area, it’s a sign that shouldn’t be ignored. If you’re asking: 👉 “Why is my land application

There’s one sound that gets homeowners’ attention faster than almost anything else: 👉 Beep… Beep… Beep… If your septic or wastewater alarm has started beeping, don’t panic. The good news is that the alarm is doing exactly what it was designed to do. Its job is to warn you of a problem before it becomes

If your power goes out and you have a Home Sewage Treatment Plant (HSTP), it’s normal to wonder: “Will my system still work?” “Can I still use water?” The good news is—a short power outage usually isn’t a major problem, but there are a few important things you should know. Do HSTP Systems Work Without

If you live in an unsewered area of the Moreton Bay region, understanding how wastewater is treated and dispersed on your property is critical. There is a significant difference between greywater dispersal, primary septic trench systems, and treated effluent from a Home Sewage Treatment Plant (HSTP)—particularly when it comes to safety, odour, environmental impact, and