Pumping Away: A Septic Blog

Posted on: 22 June 2021
Are you thinking of installing a septic system? It is a smart decision because a septic system has its advantages, including water efficiency and environmental sustainability. There is a mistaken belief that installing a septic system is costly. But the costs you incur upfront are paid back in a few years of use. At the end of the septic system's service, you will recoup this cost several times over the savings you incur.
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Posted on: 7 June 2021
If you have just moved into a house with a septic system, then you are going to have some responsibilities that you wouldn't have if you were living in a house with a sewer system. A septic tank is a finite system, so when it gets full, there is nowhere for the new solids and wastewater that runs down your drains to go. That can mean that it ends up in your yard, in your bathtub, or in your sinks.
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Posted on: 25 May 2021
If you have decided to have a septic tank installed on your property, it's important that you understand the many additional decisions you'll have to make in order to actually get this project started. For those who have never dealt with septic system installation, you may not be aware of the considerations that go into choosing the tank itself. Here's a look at a few of the decisions that you'll have to discuss with your septic system installation technicians.
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Posted on: 1 June 2020
Summer brings with it lots of opportunities to do work outside the house or perhaps invite some friends and family over for a fun backyard gathering. But while you are enjoying your time in the sun, you will also want to be mindful of your septic tank system. Your septic tank needs regular maintenance and care just like any other part of your property, but you might want to be especially cautious with it while engaging in the unique activities of summer.
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