What maintenance costs can be expected with each type of system? The table below shows what the typical maintenance costs will be for an Aerobic System and a Low Pressure Dosing (LPD) system.
Assumptions:
- This cost comparison is over a 10 year period
- Average usage - 240-300 Gallons Per Day usage
- Reasonable care taken of system, to avoid damage. Neglect will increase these costs
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Quantity |
Cost |
Quantity |
Cost |
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Pumping
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2x (Every 5 years) |
$350 Each |
2x (Every 5 years) |
$250 Each |
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Service Policy |
8x (Every year after first 2) |
$200 Each |
None |
$0 |
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Aerator Replacement |
1 (Typical 6-10 year lifespan) |
$350 Each |
None |
$0 |
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Water Pump Replacement |
1 (Typical 6-10 year lifespan) |
$350 Each |
1 (Typical 6-10 year lifespan) |
$375 Each |
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Chlorine
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1-2 10# per year |
$70-150/Year |
None |
$0 |
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Electrical Usage
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3.2 KWhr per day @ $0.13/KWhr |
$150/Year |
0.2 KWhr Per Day @ $0.13/KWhr |
$7.5/Year |
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10 year total
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$6,000 |
$950 |
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Annual Average
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$600 |
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$95 |