Reviews from the owner of the Topas septic tank, disadvantages and frequent breakdowns

How reliable is the Topas septic tank? Is there a smell from the installation or from the water? Only users who have experienced the performance qualities of a particular model can honestly answer these questions. To find out the real benefits of Topas, we surveyed our customers.

Life outside the city has many features that are nice to tell your city friends about. However, autonomous sewerage is not one of the table topics. On the contrary, I want to install a septic tank and forget about its existence. The treatment plant must operate without constant user control. And it is absolutely ideal that the septic tank does not remind you of its existence in any way: neither by noise, nor by smell.

The usefulness and effectiveness of the Topas septic tank can only be assessed several years after installation. Let's find out real reviews about Topas from people who have been using biological treatment stations for quite a long time.

Owner's review of Topas 8

In the summer of 2021, we served Topas 8. On the same day, we asked the owner of the site, Ivan, several questions about the operation of an autonomous sewer system and about the experience of cooperation with the Zagorod company. From his review we learned:

• What influenced the choice of model?
• Is he happy with how the septic tank installation went?
• How does the septic tank behave over time: is there noise, is there an odor?
• Does Ivan continue to use the services of the Zagorod company?

For Ivan, the main parameter that influenced the choice of an autonomous sewer system was the volume of salvo discharge. This is the volume of wastewater that the station is capable of absorbing within 10 minutes.

The house has two bathrooms, one of which has a large bathtub. That's why Ivan chose the Topas 8 septic tank, which allows you to instantly drain 440 liters of water.

Contacting the Zagorod company was due to several reasons. Firstly, the optimal price/quality ratio. Secondly, a convenient payment method. On the day of installation, the installers had a mobile terminal with them, so Ivan was able to pay for the work using a bank card. Thirdly, the company's excellent reputation.

The positive feedback was also influenced by the fact that all work was promptly completed in one day. And already in the evening on the day of installation it was possible to use an autonomous sewer system. Because the delivery service forgot to take the hazard warning light. A few days later, an engineer arrived and installed the missing element for free. This is a clear example of how the Zagorod company always strictly follows the rules.

About the operation of Topas 8, it is enough to say one thing: it works perfectly. Over several years of use, Ivan did not have any problems. There is no odor in the wastewater, and the electronics in the station function without failure. The review of Topas 8 is simple: I installed a septic tank and forgot about it.

Look at the detailed review from the owner of Topas 8.

The key to excellent cleaning quality is timely and high-quality maintenance of the Topas septic tank. After installation, Ivan turns to Zagorod specialists to carry out service. Engineers always carefully check the operation of the device, wash airlifts and filters, remove insoluble debris from the receiving chamber and, if necessary, correct minor violations. As Ivan said, after service the station is like new.

Customer Reviews

Comments from buyers of Topas brand septic tanks:

1. I advise anyone who wants to relax in comfort at their dacha to install a Topas septic tank! This is a real miracle! I fell in love with being at the dacha after my husband and father brought water into the house and made a normal sewage system. As I remember the previous conditions: endless buckets of water, a “fragrant” drainage pit, these flies that strive to fall into the bowl of soup, and most importantly, a birdhouse toilet on the street. This was not a vacation, but hard labor. Now it’s beautiful, there’s no smell, there are practically no flies. In a word, comfortable and convenient. The septic tank works perfectly, there have never been any failures throughout the summer.
2. I have been the owner of a Topas septic tank for three years. During this time, I did not identify any disadvantages in the operation of the installation. Sewage works equally well in cold and hot weather, and there is no smell. The only drawback is the price. It’s still a bit expensive for a dacha, but we always have someone living there, so the sewage system, one might say, paid off. By the way, to save money, before buying a septic tank, we dug a hole for it ourselves, and the installation work was carried out by specialists from the company.
3. We have had a Topas septic tank for two and a half years. So far I like everything, the maintenance is simple (by the way, I don’t pump out the sludge every quarter, as in the instructions; we only need to carry out this procedure twice a year). The septic tank tolerates downtime well; during its operation, it was left several times for several months, and nothing happened, it was restored on its own. So there are no complaints, it’s a great thing that makes suburban life a lot easier.
4. A Topas septic tank was installed. Having read all sorts of horrors about septic tanks, at first I tried to use household chemicals to a minimum, fearing that the biological environment of the septic tank would suffer. True, I quickly got tired of washing dishes with mustard, so I started using ordinary products. And nothing! The septic tank continues to work like clockwork! The only thing is that I try not to buy products with chlorine and labeled “Antibacterial”. And so, I wash the dishes with detergent, wash them in the machine with regular powder, and clean the sinks and toilets. So, if you don’t pour liters of household chemicals down the drain, but use them carefully, then nothing bad will happen.

So, Topas septic tanks are quite reliable equipment. Malfunctions and accidents, as well as negative reviews about the quality of cleaning, most often arise not because the station has shortcomings, but due to violations of the rules for the use of VOCs or due to improper installation.

Topas 5: owner review

When choosing an autonomous sewer system for a cottage or dacha, you have to take into account Russian legislation.

Topas biological treatment stations have the necessary certificates of conformity, which allows the device to be installed without approval from Vodokanal or regulatory authorities. Thus, during possible inspections in the future, users will not have any difficulties with regulatory authorities.

It was the legal aspect that was decisive for our other client, whose name is also Ivan. In his case, the installation of an officially approved autonomous sewerage system was a matter of principle: otherwise he would have been denied connection to the centralized water supply.

We asked Ivan a few questions:

• Why did he choose the Zagorod company?
• What aspects of the installation process bothered him?
• Impressions about the operation of the Topas 5 septic tank?
• The quality of the Zagorod customer service?

According to Ivan, he chose Zagorod for two reasons: good reviews about the company and an excellent price for turnkey installation. Before installation, he asked the engineers whether they could install Topas 5 so that, firstly, it would not damage the spruce trees growing nearby, and, secondly, it would not touch the gas pipeline, which is located a few meters from the pit. Since we dig the pit for Topas 5 manually, and the septic tank is also moved manually, the installation was carried out very carefully. Even two years later, the customer does not hide his admiration for how professionally the work was done.

For many reasons, the work of Topas 5 deserves a positive review. With regular maintenance, the water is cleaned efficiently. In this case, the opinion is shared not only by the owner of the autonomous sewer system, but also by his neighbors. Over the two years of operation of Topas, there has never been an unpleasant odor in the purified water. If this were not so, the neighbors would make a comment, because the water from the septic tank flows into a ditch that runs past several neighboring properties.

See the review from the owner of Topas 5 about the septic tank service performed:

An indicator of the quality work of Zagorod is the recommendations of our clients. Ivan said that he recommended the Topas septic tank to several of his friends. They carefully examined the work of the autonomous sewer system and were satisfied.

The main advantages of septic tanks

Having studied the reviews, we can highlight the following positive aspects of using Topas:

• High operating efficiency, which allows not to use soil post-treatment. Thanks to special technologies, the water leaving the Topas septic tank can be discharged into reservoirs or onto the ground without harming the environment.
• Compact size. To install a septic tank, you will need an area ranging from 1 to 3 square meters.

• Easy to install and maintain.
• Possibility of installation under any soil characteristics.
• Wide range of models. Manufacturers produce Topas septic tanks of different capacities, so you can choose a model that is suitable for a summer house, a large house or even a hotel.
• Topas treatment plants operate silently and odorlessly; in addition, they are economical and reliable.
• Topas septic tanks do not need to be cleaned using sewage disposal equipment; it is quite possible to remove excess sludge yourself.

Of course, like any other device, it has not only advantages, but also disadvantages. You can learn about them by studying negative consumer reviews. Most often, the following disadvantages are noted:

• Energy dependence. In order for the septic tank to function normally, a power supply must be connected. Therefore, where electricity is often cut off, using such a septic tank will be problematic.
• High price. VOC will cost several times more than a simple septic tank.
• A septic tank needs regular maintenance. However, it will take a little time and effort to maintain a septic tank.

Rules for operating the Topas septic tank

The peculiarity of biological treatment stations is that they process exclusively organic substances. It is allowed to throw soft toilet paper down the drain, but it is prohibited to flush wet wipes down the toilet. It is also not allowed to pour solid household waste, hair or animal fur into the country sewer system. All this remains in the receiving chamber in the form of non-decomposing waste. To minimize hair getting into the shower drain, you should install dense filter grids. But even with the most careful operation, it is necessary to regularly clean the cameras.

It should be remembered that bacteria living in the station are killed by exposure to chemical cleaning agents (especially those containing chlorine) or when the pH level fluctuates sharply.

It is recommended to choose organic detergents for washing machines and dishwashers. However, using regular soap and shampoo does not have negative consequences. On the contrary, the acid-base environment in the chambers is normalized.

Do you want to receive professional recommendations on the use of autonomous sewerage? Watch the video in which service engineer Zagorod explains simple rules.

How to avoid problems with Topas VOCs?

Local sewerage requires more attention than centralized sewer networks. Therefore, you should not treat the selection and installation of Topas irresponsibly. There are several nuances that need to be taken into account.

1. Correctly calculate productivity, taking into account not only the number of people living in the house, but also the installation of sanitary equipment such as bathtubs, washing machines and dishwashers, as well as the possible arrival of guests.
2. Buy all equipment from official representatives or from the manufacturer itself. Order installation and maintenance from them if you have the slightest doubt about your own abilities.
3. When installing yourself, take into account the groundwater level and the zero temperature point.
4. If you do not use the septic tank constantly, then preserve it during your long absence. Otherwise, the bacteria will die and the drains will not be cleaned.
5. Do not dispose of illegal substances down the drain.

The most important condition for effective cleaning and uninterrupted operation of equipment is timely maintenance, which includes:

• removal of sediment from the activated sludge stabilizer;
• cleaning airlifts, filters;
• removal from tanks using a net of waste that cannot be processed by bacteria.

All these procedures can be performed independently, or you can hire specialists for these purposes.

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What it is?

Before you start studying reviews, it is worth getting acquainted with the operating principle and characteristics of the equipment. This is an autonomous sewage system that not only accumulates wastewater, but also carries out a full cycle of their purification. Installation diagram:

• The wastewater flows through the supply pipe into the receiving chamber, where the largest inclusions settle. In addition, the water is initially saturated with oxygen and mixed with activated sludge;
• The liquid flows through the air pump tubes into the next compartment in which the aeration tank is installed. Thanks to the air supplied to the chamber, biochemical reactions of decomposition of organic matter and oxidation of inorganic inclusions occur in the purified environment;
• then the liquid flows into the next compartment, which is made in the shape of a pyramid. Here the liquid settles, that is, clean water is separated from activated sludge impurities;
• water is supplied to the outlet, and activated sludge is distributed among the chambers. Heavy fractions enter the stabilizer, light fractions return to the working area.

Advice! The removal of clean water can be carried out in two ways - natural (by gravity) and forced (using a pump).