How tall should septic riser be?

about 3 inches
Tank risers are typically installed about 3 inches above grade. Having the lid above grade will make it easy to find, however, some people will choose to have the lid just a couple of inches below grade so that is easier to mow over and less visible.

What size do septic tank risers come in?

It’s available in 24 inch diameter with multiple height options, so give us a call to select the septic tank riser that will fit your needs.

Can you add a riser to a septic tank?

Since your septic tank must be dug out any way to install a riser, and they are only useful when your system needs inspection or pumping, most homeowners choose to wait until their next septic pumping before installing a riser. This allows the pump and riser installation to be done in one step.

Should septic tank lid be above ground?

Around the web, you’ll find a lot of sources offering advice on hiding septic tank risers by burying them under mulch or just under the surface of the soil. However, septic tank risers should never be buried. Instead, they should be 2 inches above final grade to prevent groundwater from entering the system.

How do you hide a septic tank lid?

The Do’s For Hiding Your Septic Tank

1. Plant tall native grasses with fibrous roots around the opening to conceal the tank lid from view.
2. Place a light statue, bird bath or potted plant over the septic lid.
3. Septic tank risers and covers are an alternative to concrete and blend into green grass.

Is there always 2 lids on septic tank?

A septic tank installed before 1975 will have a single 24-inch concrete lid in the center of the rectangle. A two-compartment tank installed after 1975 will have two lids of either fiberglass or polyethylene, centered at opposite ends of the rectangle.

Why does my septic tank have 2 lids?

This tank has a way in (inlet), and a way out (outlet). Septic tanks should have one lid per compartment. Most tanks have (2) compartments. So, most residential tanks should have (2) lids about 5′ away from each other.