Products
How to Choose a Septic Aerator Pump
Your aerobic system depends on one small air pump. Here is how to choose a septic aerator pump by matching…
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Does Home Insurance Cover Septic Damage?
Standard homeowners policies cover septic damage from sudden perils but exclude wear and age. Here is what is covered and…
Drainfield
Conventional vs Mound Drain Fields Compared
Why some lots get a raised mound field while most get a buried one. We compare soil needs, cost, pumps,…
Problems
6 Reasons a Septic Tank Fills Up Too Fast
Six reasons a septic tank fills up too fast, from groundwater leaks and running toilets to clogged filters and a…
Maintenance
Garbage Disposal Mistakes That Harm Your Septic
Seven garbage disposal mistakes that overload a septic tank, from grinding grease to skipping water, plus the simple habits that…
Basics
What Size Septic Tank Do You Need?
Septic tank size comes down to your bedroom count, with a few lifestyle adjustments. Here is how to match capacity…
Products
7 Septic Safe Drain Cleaners That Actually Work
Seven septic safe drain cleaners that clear clogs without harming tank bacteria, from a plunger and hand snake to enzyme…
Costs
Septic vs Sewer Hookup: Cost Comparison
We run the upfront and 20-year numbers on staying septic versus connecting to city sewer, from tap fees and trenching…
Drainfield
How to Divert Rainwater From Your Drain Field
Concentrated rainwater on your drain field keeps the soil soaked and fails the system early. Here are the gutters, grading,…
Problems
How to Get Rid of Septic Drain Flies
Those fuzzy gnats near your sink are usually breeding in a drain, not your tank. Here is the tape test…
Maintenance
Septic Checklist Before You Leave on Vacation
A running toilet, not an idle tank, is what wrecks a septic system while you travel. Here is the ten-minute…
Basics
Concrete vs Plastic Septic Tanks Compared
Concrete, plastic, or fiberglass? We weigh the lifespan, cost, weight, and floating risk of each septic tank material so you…