Alternative Septic System (ATU) in Scottsdale and paradise valley
Septic Installation, Repair & Maintenance Services in Phoenix
Macho Contracting offers septic services that are customized to the unique needs of each property we service. We have fully certified and experienced professionals to install, repair, and perform maintenance on your alternative septic system in Scottsdale, Phoenix, and surrounding areas. We have more than 20 years of industry experience to deliver quality septic services for residential and commercial properties.
Get in touch with us at (602) 975-5507 to learn if an alternative septic system is the right choice for your property.
How Alternative Septic Systems Work
An alternative septic system is any type of system other than the conventional type of septic tank that uses gravity to move effluent. There are several types of alternative systems that can be used, depending on the type of property and local regulations. At Macho Contracting, we are familiar with the types of alternative septic systems that are allowed in our area.
An alternative septic system in Scottsdale must be designed and approved by a Professional Engineer who is registered to work in the on-site wastewater field in the state of Arizona.
Where to Install Alternative Septic Systems
When the time comes to install a septic system, you may find that a conventional septic tank with a leachfield is not suitable for your property. This can happen in forested areas, where there is bedrock, or the soil is not deep enough to install a conventional septic tank.
In other cases, the property may be situated too close to a body of water that could be at risk of pollution from a conventional tank. In Arizona, alternative septic systems are often found in areas with mountainous or rough terrain.
In the Valley, typical areas where these systems are found include on and around:
- Camelback Mountain
- Cave Creek
- Carefree
- Paradise Valley
- Desert Hills
- New River
- Other Hillside Properties
We offer a free site visit to inspect your property and help you determine the type of septic system that is best suited to your soil and the features of your property.
Alternative Septic System (ATU) Repair & Maintenance
Macho Contracting provides thorough inspection services to ensure your ATU septic system runs smoothly. We conduct two detailed inspections annually, covering routine adjustments, filter cleaning, and electrical checks. All service points must be visible and accessible; extra charges apply for digging up access lids or trimming vegetation.
Site grading and drainage repairs are not included, but we’ll inform you of any issues. Emergency services are available outside regular hours, including weekends and holidays, billed at standard rates plus a flat fee of $150.
We will access all parts of your ATU septic system for efficient inspections and servicing. If your system requires pumping, we’ll notify you. We’ll check scum and sludge levels for free if pump-out ports are exposed; otherwise, we can uncover them for an additional fee. Pumping services are available upon request.
Any modifications to your system will be noted, and we’ll advise on necessary adjustments.
Get in touch with us at (602) 975-5507 to schedule a free site visit or request repair and maintenance services.
We work closely with:
- Clearstream Wastewater Systems, INC
- Eljen Corporation
- MicroFAST Wastewater Treatment System
- EZFlow
- MicroSeptec
- AdvanTex
- Infiltrator Water Technologies
- Prezi
- Quick4Chamber
- Delta
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“I have personally known Alfredo for a few years now and he’s a an awesome guy.”- Jake E.
“Amazing Service!”
- Jake E.I have personally known Alfredo for a few years now and he’s a an awesome guy. I Left him the key to my house when I went outta town for a week and came home to new shower valves and a new, very pretty hot water heater! No more leaks in this old house! Thank you guys
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“I was having trouble with getting proper water supply to my ice maker. Two companies were unable to fix it.”- Dale H.
“Fast & Reliable!”
- Dale H.
I was having trouble with getting proper water supply to my ice maker. Two companies were unable to fix it. Macho had re-plumber my house when I first moved in, so I called Alfredo out to see it he could figure it out and in 10 minutes he had it sorted. -
“Macho dudes and dudettes were incredible. Very seldom do I work with such professional, excellent communicators.”- Stephanie B.
“Incredible Team!”
- Stephanie B.
Macho dudes and dudettes were incredible. Very seldom do I work with such professional, excellent communicators. They swooped in when other people were pushing us aside due to our time requirements and they provided a seamless, happy experience that could have gone in many directions. Thank you all so much! I’ll keep ya on my speed dial for any possible oh sh*t moments. -
“Our septic system backed up and we knew we needed some repairs to get it back in working order. I called Macho Contracting and Alfredo, the owner, came out the same day to take a look. Immediately, Alfredo diagnosed the problem and took the time to explain”- Adam R.
“Incredible Team!”
Our septic system backed up and we knew we needed some repairs to get it back in working order. I called Macho Contracting and Alfredo, the owner, came out the same day to take a look. Immediately, Alfredo diagnosed the problem and took the time to explain how the whole system works and why he felt this was the problem.- Adam R.
He was very kind to answer all of my questions in detail. He also took the time to assess the access into our yard and determined we could not get a drill rig in to bore a new seep pit.
He recommended that we change the system to a leach field for better operation.
I called around and got more opinions and quotes, however nobody seemed as knowledgable or trustworthy as Alfredo.
Alfredo and his team got us scheduled for the job within a few days and performed the work. His team was amazing, they are so nice and courteous. They dealt with me asking questions everyday and truly cared about making me comfortable with what they were doing. On a side note, Joel is an amazing equipment operator, he took great care when trenching to miss all of my irrigation pipes.
I will be using Alfredo and Macho Contracting for all of my plumbing needs moving forward, in fact we already have them scheduled to do an ADEQ certification on a house we are selling as Alfredo and Joel are certified NAWT/ADEQ Inspectors.
Thank you Alfredo and team, you have restored my faith in contractors! -
“I had an issue with the lift station for my septic system and the company that I previously used stopped doing residential repairs. After many calls to other companies with no luck at all, I finally happened upon Macho Contracting.”- Nancy L.
“Outstanding Service!”
- Nancy L.
I had an issue with the lift station for my septic system and the company that I previously used stopped doing residential repairs. After many calls to other companies with no luck at all, I finally happened upon Macho Contracting. Alfredo Zapata returned my call within an hour and had the problem diagnosed and fixed the same day. His professionalism and expertise was a welcome change!
