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What's the difference between a septic system and a cesspool?
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A septic tank is a large underground tank that collects and treats waste from a home. It uses bacteria to break down the waste, which produces methane gas as a byproduct. The methane gas is then burned in an on-site generator or used for energy production. Cesspools are smaller tanks that are usually placed outside of a building and collect waste directly from toilets and sinks. They do not contain any type of treatment process.