The word septic system is often thrown around as if it is one system. However, your septic system is actually made up of three different and distinct parts. The septic tank itself, the distribution box, and the absorption field.
1. Septic Tank
The largest part of your septic system is the actual septic tank itself. The septic tank is buried under ground and is made to
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