Question: Do I have to use or avoid specific products to use the Wet Innovations process units?
Answer: There is no way to be delicate about this. You will need to find an alternative means of disposal for hard waste like disposable nappies, nappy wipes - even the “flushable” ones, condoms, tampons or other personal sanitary items.
They cannot be disposed of into the system without a degree of risk to the pumps.
It is advisable to use commercial cleaning agents that are environmentally benign. Chlorine, bleaches, antibacterial cleaning agents, antibiotics or other poisons can harm the active bacterial agents of the process. Isolated inadvertent use of of these dangerous substances may hamper but will not permanently damage the process. The Wet Innovations process features fail safes that in most cases of serious accidental poisoning will maintain the standard of effluent required.
Question: I already have a existing septic system, can I retro fit the Wet Innovations process to it?
Answer: Yes, The Wet Innovations Domestic Retrofit system can be installed with or without your existing septic tank, but a site inspection by a qualified person, would be advised.
Question: I am about to start building, what size system do I need?
Answer: Wet Innovations has a system to suit any size installation. Refer to the daily ratings for the various units. Typically a standard 3 - 4 bedroom house will require a WI Domestic. Houses of more than 5 bedrooms and up to 28 occupants will require a WI 2250.
Question: I own a 5 bedroom home and am installing a granny flat on the property, do I need to upgrade the septic system?
Answer: A Wet Innovations consultant can advise on the likely requirements of your local council. A site inspection will be necessary to assess the capability of your existing system prior to planning.
Question: I have a existing septic system that has failed, why should I install a Wet Innovations system?
Answer: Firstly, you will be able to re-use between 500 – 1000 litres of quality treated waste water on your garden. Secondly, you will be purchasing a state of the art system, that uses ozone technology and requires less maintenance, does not use chemicals or chlorine in process and eliminates smells that are normally associated with septic tanks.
Question: Is the Wet Innovations EPA approved?
Answer: EPA approval has been achieved in Victoria and Tasmania.
EPA approval is pending in NSW and South Australia with other states expected to follow late in 2009.