What to Do When Your Drains Are Slow
Troubleshooting What to Do When Your Drains Are Slow on a Septic System Slow drains are one of the first signs a septic system sends when something isn’t right. But not every slow drain means…
Septic Dos and Don’ts for New Homeowners
New Homeowner Guide Septic System Dos and Don’ts for New Homeowners Moving into a home with a private septic system for the first time comes with a learning curve. The habits that work fine in…
How to Prepare for a Septic Inspection
Inspection Guide How to Prepare Your Property for a Septic Inspection A little preparation before a septic inspection makes the appointment go faster, gives the inspector better access to the system, and can help you…
What Happens During a Septic Pumping Visit
Behind the Visit What Actually Happens During a Septic Pumping Visit If you’ve never had your septic tank pumped — or if it’s been long enough that you’ve forgotten what the process looks like —…
Signs Your Drain Field Is Failing
Drain Field Warning Signs Signs Your Drain Field Is Failing — and What to Do About It A failing drain field is one of the more serious septic problems a homeowner can face — but…
How Often Should You Pump Your Septic Tank
Maintenance Guide How Often Should You Really Pump Your Septic Tank? Every homeowner with a septic system gets told “every three to five years” — but that answer is too simple to be truly useful.…
Buying a Home With a Septic System
Home Buyer’s Guide Buying a Home With a Septic System — What to Ask and What to Know Purchasing a home with a private septic system is different from buying one on city sewer. There…
How to Find Your Septic Tank
Septic System Basics How to Find Your Septic Tank Most homeowners on a private septic system have never seen their tank. They know it’s out there somewhere, but the exact location is a mystery —…