If you've just moved into an older home that's on a septic system, you know you're going to have to have the septic tank pumped every few years. But you may have additional maintenance if the home has a grease trap. Grease traps are often associated with restaurant kitchens, but older homes on septic tanks often have the traps, too. If you've never dealt with a grease
- If you have a septic system on your property, you may be under the impression that it is designed to last indefinitely. Unfortunately, many property owners make this assumption and it can result in their septic systems failing due to improper care. The following are a few things that can negatively impact your septic system's performance. Weight The placement or insta
- Now that there's just a few weeks left of winter, it's time to get ready for spring cleaning. While you're making the plans, don't forget to add septic care to your list. Your septic has been buried under frozen soil for the last few months. It's going to need some extra tender-loving-care if you want to avoid problems once the weather warms up. Here are four steps yo
- Multi-stage septic systems rely heavily on a lift station. The lift station is a series of components that "lift" or push raw sewage from a lower tank to a higher tank. Like any other thing build by man, the lift stations in these septic systems can break and cause problems. Maintenance is so important to keeping these lift stations functioning. Here are some other re
- Most homeowners take their access to indoor plumbing for granted. If your home relies on a septic tank to help remove and house sewage waste, it's essential that you are taking steps to actively maintain your system in order to prevent damage that could lead to costly repairs and restricted access to your indoor plumbing. This is especially true in the winter months,