Learn About the Wastewater Treatment Process in NH
Although New Hampshire wastewater services are a part of our everyday utility costs many people aren't sure what wastewater means. Wastewater is water that isn't used as drinking water but rather is water that's been used and drained out of a house or business through;
- Sinks
- Bathtubs
- Toilets
- Dishwaters
- Washing machines
Rainwater and storm runoff from roofs, gutters and yards that flow into sewage system is also considered wastewater.
New Hampshire Sewage Services
Sewage is a subset of New Hampshire wastewater services that may appear on your utility bill. Sewage refers to wastewater containing human waste contaminants. However, sewage sometimes describes all wastewater that is disposed of through the sewer.
Wastewater Treatment in New Hampshire
Due to the contaminants wastewater has to be treated prior to it being put back into the environment. Contaminants may include:
- Human wastes
- Oil
- Soaps
- Chemicals
- Food scraps
Basically anything that a person puts down a drain may become a contaminant. The environment can naturally handle some contaminants, but because of the extremely high amount of water that we use wastewater must be treated. Part of the cost involved with New Hampshire wastewater services includes removing pollutants at a treatment plant.
Wastewater treatment ensures that our rivers, lakes and oceans remain clean and safe to enjoy. Many of the byproducts that come out of treated wastewater are recycled. The remainder is disposed of in a fashion that is more controlled and has a restricted impact on the environment.
How to Get New Hampshire Wastewater and Treatment Services
Wastewater services in New Hampshire are usually furnished by your utility company, but remember these services are sometimes provided separately from electricity, garbage pick up, gas services, etc. In many areas the city or municipality will provide wastewater services. These services are rendered to safeguard the people of the community and the environment, services that are typically the responsibility of the local New Hampshire government.
However, there are private businesses that provide New Hampshire wastewater services as well.
How Much Do New Hampshire Wastewater Services Cost?
The price of New Hampshire wastewater services varies from region to region, and in some areas all water-related services are going up in price. Some individuals are surprised to find that their wastewater services cost more than water itself. That's because of the intensive and costly process involved with treating the wastewater.
The monthly cost is based on measuring the water usage which is indicated by how much water has passed through your meter since the previous month.
Wastewater will be one of several costs included in your water bill.
