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Can Goldfish Survive a Flush? Is It Okay to Flush Small Pets?

Can a goldfish survive being flushed down the toilet? And, whether dead or alive, is it okay to flush fish and other small animals? Let’s ask a professional septic and dewatering service in Bethel, OH. Don’t flush goldfish or other pets It’s a common belief that it’s okay to flush deceased (or even live) goldfish […]

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Six Things That Should Never Go Down the Drain

Every professional septic service in Bethel, OH has had to respond to frantic calls from homeowners experiencing stubborn pipe clogs and overflowing toilets. The causes of these plumbing problems usually have one thing in common—they are the result of a buildup or blockage caused by non-flushable items. The following are six things that should never […]

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Fun! The Weirdest Things Ever Found in a Sewer

The sewer system is, unfortunately, regularly abused by the average person. Something about the metaphor of flushing the toilet and watching the contents disappear makes people think they can get rid of basically anything that way, which means that when you work in the sewer, you sometimes find some crazy things down there. Here are […]

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What Causes the Creation of a “Fatberg”—and How to Prevent Them

A “fatberg” is a mass of solids, that cannot biodegrade, that has congealed in a sewer system. Fatbergs are made mostly of fat and cooking grease, which is formed around sanitary napkins, condoms and non-biodegradable wipes which are flushed down the toilet and never degrade. The largest fatberg ever found was discovered in the London […]

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How to Prevent a Frozen Septic System

Winter can be harsh in Ohio. If your property relies on septic parts in Bethel, OH for daily operations, it’s important to keep your septic system free of ice. A frozen septic system can prove disastrous. To avoid this costly situation, apply the following tips to the care of your septic parts in Bethel, OH. […]

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Understanding the Beneficial Reuse of Biosolids in Bethel, OH

From 1938 to 1992, sewage sludge was simply thought of as a waste byproduct and dumped into the ocean. As laws about disposal changed, treatment plants began to look at other solutions. Today, there are many beneficial reuses of biosolids in Bethel, OH. Are you familiar with this process? Following is a basic FAQ to […]

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