How Do You Construct A Washing Machine Drain Field?
Most county code ordinances require a washer to drain into the septic tank. However, when there is a shortage of water, it only makes sense to reuse and recycle the water draining from the washer. While it is not advisable to place the drain field near a vegetable garden, it works great when placed near a flower garden. However, do not place it too close to the plants since the chemicals in the washer water could leach into the plants and kill the plants. Determine where the drain field will be placed. It should be at least 3 feet away from any plants to avoid the chemicals in the used water from damaging the plants. The drain field should be at least 2 to 5 feet from the exterior of the home. Using the shovel, dig the drain field. The hole should be 2 feet wide, 4 to 6 feet deep and approximately 20 feet long. For families with five or more members, the drain field should be a minimum of 25 feet long due to the large amount of laundry done in large families. Place a layer of gravel 2
