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How Do Septic Tanks Work?

Just knowing the ins and outs of a septic system can save you a lot of money in the long run. But how do septic tanks work?
Q: Marsha, I’m purchasing a home that is on a septic system rather than the public sewer. My home inspector strongly suggests I pay for a septic tank inspection. How do septic systems work? A: Your ...
Dear James: We have a septic system at our small farmhouse. It would be convenient to add a garbage disposal in the kitchen. Can we use a garbage disposal with a septic system? — Joyce D. Dear Joyce: ...
Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Maybe the most dreaded of home system breakdowns is the septic system. A malfunction can, at best, prevent your toilets from flushing — at the very worst, ...
The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District, Geauga Public Health, and the Middlefield Library will be marking national “SepticSmart” week with a free, in-person program from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Sept.
BELLA VISTA -- Homeowners seeking to repair an existing septic system or to install a new one in Bella Vista will now have to get septic plumbing permits first. Previously, septic system installation ...
The park pays roughly $300,000 annually to maintain the portable toilets at the Temple of Sinawava and pump the septic tank ...