
If you live on a rural property in without access to municipal sewer, your septic field is the part of the system that treats and disperses wastewater into the soil.

L&L Excavating installs septic drain fields for new construction and replacement systems, using proper excavation and grading to support long-term performance.
Soil conditions in this part of Michigan vary from sandy loam to heavy clay, and each type affects how well the field drains and how large the system needs to be.
This service includes excavation for the drain field area, placement of distribution lines, and installation of gravel and filtration layers that allow effluent to percolate into the soil.

The work ensures correct placement and slope so the system operates reliably without surfacing or backup. You get a septic field that meets local health department requirements and handles your household or building wastewater without failure.

After installation, you will see a restored yard surface with no standing water or odor, and your septic system will drain properly without backup into the house or surfacing in the yard. Wastewater moves from the tank into the field and filters through soil as it is designed to do.
Field size is based on your daily wastewater volume and how well your soil absorbs liquid. A soil percolation test measures absorption rate, and the health department sets minimum square footage requirements.
If soil percolation is slow, the field may need to be larger, or an engineered system with additional drainage features may be required. We coordinate with your septic designer or health department to meet those needs.
Most residential drain fields are installed in one to three days, depending on size, soil conditions, and site access. Weather and ground moisture can affect timing.
Fields fail when the soil becomes clogged with solids, when the system is undersized, or when groundwater saturates the area. Proper installation and regular tank pumping help prevent early failure.
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