Septic tanks treat and disperse wastewater to underground beds on your property, requiring pumping every 3-5 years. Holding tanks simply store untreated sewage until it is hauled away, requiring pumping every 2-6 weeks.

Septic design experts like Headwaters Construction in Southern Ontario, are owned and operated by professional Engineers, and have over 30 years of experience in Septic Design.

You’ve found the perfect piece of land. It has the view, the privacy, and the perfect spot for your future home. Then, you hear the words that can stop a project in its tracks: "The site conditions are too challenging for a conventional septic system."

It’s a frustrating moment, but it’s not the end of the road. It’s the beginning of a different journey - one that involves an engineered septic solution.