Most people do not understand what septic tanks are and how they work. This is because they are no longer used in most households. For example, if you stay in a house that is linked to the main sewer line, chances are you have never come across a septic tank before. However, for those of…
Read MoreApproximately 21 million households utilize aerobic systems-not public sewers- to trap and filter waste from their domestic wastewater. Your septic tanks may require regular inspections and preventative maintenance to keep them fully functional while avoiding costly repairs. Here is a simple guide to routine practices that you may carry out while using an aerobic system…
Read MoreMore than 21 million American households use sewer tanks to filter and trap waste from their domestic wastewater. While septic systems are highly effective, they require regular inspections, emptying, and cleaning to keep them running smoothly. Most home septic tanks require cleaning every three to five years. With the maintenance schedules being infrequent and far…
Read MoreOver 21 million homes in the U.S. utilize septic systems to trap and filter the waste from their bathrooms. Septic systems are less expensive, more environmentally friendly, and more water-efficient. However, these homes don’t utilize the public sewer system at all. This means that if their septic system needs repair, it’s more than just a…
Read MoreCompared to residential systems, a commercial septic system handles a lot more wastewater. They are specifically designed for businesses and other facilities, from hospitals and schools to restaurants and hotels. If you want to keep it in good working order, it is important to know how to care for your septic system. Know Your System…
Read MoreMore than 21 million households in the United States use septic systems — not a public sewer — to trap and filter their toilet waste. If you plan to install a septic tank or already have one, there are many things you need to know. People have a lot of misconceptions when it comes…
Read MoreThose who are not familiar with septic tanks might be intimidated by the prospect of moving to a property that functions with this kind of sewage system, as opposed to more traditional city sewer lines. But for a number of reasons, many Americans prefer septic tanks to sewer lines. They simply require some getting…
Read MoreSo you’re considering a house with a septic tank system. If you’ve never owned a home with a septic tank before, you may be a little intimidated by what it might require. Septic systems are quite different from sewer lines and do require a different kind of upkeep. However, that shouldn’t keep you from…
Read MoreWhile a lot of people currently rely on public sewers for their plumbing systems, many also still use septic tank systems. Septic tanks come with their own unique advantages and disadvantages, but if you’re moving into a home with a septic tank after being used to the public sewer system, there are certain things…
Read MoreOver 21 million homes in the U.S. use septic systems, not a public sewer in order to filter and trap toilet waste. Dealing with residential septic systems isn’t a do-it-yourself kind of task. It is a job that takes experience whether you need a new septic system installation, an inspection, septic tank cleaning, septic tank…
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