A PRACTICAL, ONE-STEP RESOURCE FOR WORKING WITH WATER WELLS AND SEPTIC SYSTEMS
Each year, thousands upon thousands of Americans install water wells and septic systems on their properties. But with a maze of codes governing their use—along with a host of design requirements that ensure their functionality—where can someone turn for comprehensive, one-stop guidance? Enter the Water Wells and Septic Systems Handbook from McGraw-Hill.
Written in language any property owner can understand—yet detailed enough for professionals and technical students—this easy-to-use volume delivers the latest techniques and code requirements for designing, building, rehabilitating, and maintaining private water wells and septic systems. Bolstered by a wealth of informative charts, tables, and illustrations, this book delivers:
* Current construction, maintenance, and repair methods
* New International Private Sewage Disposal Code
* Up-to-date standards from the American Water Works Association
* And much, much more!
So, no matter if you’re a plumber, a driller, or a utility company professional, Water Wells and Septic Systems Handbook is the one resource you need to ensure your next job’s success!
Preface
Chapter 1 : Administration
Chapter 2 : Definitions
Chapter 3 : General Regulations
Chapter 4 : Site Evaluation and Requirements
Chapter 5 : Materials
Chapter 6 : Soil Absorption Systems
Chapter 7 : Pressure Distribution Systems
Chapter 8 : Tanks
Chapter 9 : Mound Systems
Chapter 10 : Cesspools
Chapter 11 : Inspections
Chapter 12 : Referenced Standards
Chapter 13 : Site Evaluation for Water Wells
Chapter 14 : Testing and Protecting Portable Water
Chapter 15 : Drilled Wells
Chapter 16 : Shallow Wells
Chapter 17 : Alternative Water Sources
Chapter 18 : Troubleshooting Well Systems
Chapter 19 : Site Limitations for Septic Systems
Chapter 20 : Septic Designs and Soil Studies
Chapter 21 : Gravel-and-Pipe Septic Systems
Chapter 22 : Chamber-Type Septic Systems
Chapter 23 : Wastewater Pump Systems
Chapter 24 : Landscaping Septic-System Areas
Chapter 25 : Septic-System Maintenance
Chapter 26 : Troubleshooting Septic Systems
Chapter 27 : Low-Cost Septic Systems
Chapter 28 : Low-Cost Well Systems
Chapter 29 : Suggestions for Bidding Jobs
Chapter 30 : Cost Overruns
Chapter 31 : Worksite Safety
Chapter 32 : First Aid
Chapter 33 : Mathematics for the Trade
Appendix. : Reference and Conversion Tables and Data
Index
