As a homeowner, you should be careful what you dump down your drain if you have a septic tank. A septic tank comprises a complex system that breaks down organic household wastewater using healthy bacteria and releases treated water into the ground. Therefore, disposing of some things down your drain can offset the delicate balance within […]
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How To Prevent a Frozen Septic Tank
Some areas experience colder and more extreme weather conditions during the wintertime. It isn’t uncommon for rivers, lakes, and other expanses of water to freeze solid during this time — even water underground may freeze. The frost line is a term used to describe the depth at which water will start to freeze underground. The National […]
What Is Wastewater Treatment?
Most people understand that all water is constantly being recycled somehow on the planet. Wastewater treatment is one way that has been devised to assist in the natural recycling process, to make more water available for use. Let’s look at exactly how wastewater treatment works. What Is Wastewater? Wastewater is simply water that has already been used. Every […]
Tips on Finding Your Septic Tank
The septic tank is an important part of some homes’ plumbing systems. Located underground, septic tanks collect and hold wastewater, allowing time for solid materials to settle at the bottom. This water is then drained into a nearby drain field. Wondering how to know where your septic tank is? Below, we cover everything you need […]
Things You Shouldn’t Flush Down the Toilet
Having trouble remembering what items you shouldn’t be flushing down the toilet? Usually, it’s best to avoid flushing anything besides waste and toilet paper. Flushing anything else could cause major damage to your plumbing system, resulting in the need for expensive repairs. Below, you’ll find common things you shouldn’t flush down the toilet that many […]
A Short History of Septic Systems
The septic system, or septic tank, is essentially a private sewage treatment facility. A septic system has the capability to remove more than 90 percent of contaminants, bacteria and pathogens from sewage before it is released into the environment. The forerunners of septic systems have been in use since ancient times. Septic tanks or septic […]