The Surprising Reasons Why Septic Tanks Clog So Often
Most people rarely think about their septic system until a foul smell greets them at the kitchen sink, or the backyard becomes a swampy mess. But your septic tank is constantly swimming against the tide of modern habits. Because the tank is buried underground, it stays out of sight and out of mind. This makes […]
Septic Tank Troubles: What Causes Backups and How to Fix Them
Your septic tank is one of the most important components of your plumbing system. It’s responsible for ensuring wastewater is properly treated and guided away from your home. You may wonder: What happens when your septic tank backs up? Septic tanks can cause a whole slew of damage to your home. The worst part is […]
Septic Tank Inspections: More Important Than You Think
Because a septic system is buried underground, many homeowners do not even think about it until a problem erupts. So long as the plumbing functions, many assume all is well. This isn’t always true. There have been numerous cases where homeowners have found themselves in an extremely expensive and stressful situation once they realized something […]
What to Expect When Your Septic Tank Is Pumped
If you’re new to septic systems and haven’t had your septic tank pumped yet, you may be wondering how the process works. Perhaps you are picturing a large mess or a bad odor permeating your yard. Septic pumping is actually a neat and well-organized endeavor, especially when you trust the work to professionals. Here’s what […]
How to Mark Your Septic Cap in Style
You may bury your septic cap for aesthetic purposes. Hiding it also lets you mow the area without worrying about hitting the cap. The only problem? You need to remember its location when it’s time for septic maintenance. Fortunately, if you’d like to hide your cap, you can mark it in one of the following […]
Beyond the Backyard: The Hidden World of Commercial Septic Systems
When a septic system comes to mind, many think of a tank that is buried in a backyard with pipes leading from it that connect it to a home plumbing system. While this is true for residential systems, commercial ones are much different. Commercial systems must handle large volumes of water from commercial establishments, such […]
3 Interesting Facts About Home Waste Management
Humans have always had to find ways to dispose of their waste. When they settled in towns and cities, this need became crucial. Before people had any idea about germ theory, many outbreaks of disease arose from bad waste management practices. One famous example was when John Snow, a physician, discovered that the 1854 cholera […]
