Troubleshooting My Septic System

Posted on: 13 September 2017

Have you recently moved to a home with a septic tank? Are you unused to how such a system works? Using a septic tank system isn't all that different than being hooked up to a city sewer system. However, there are still a few differences that you should know about before you start to use the system. Some things that you should keep in mind include: Be careful what you flush: Everything that is bad to flush into a city sewer system is also going to be bad to flush into your septic system.
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Posted on: 17 August 2017

Having an oil tank for heating oil and a septic tank for human waste is quite common in rural America. There is limited access to electricity for heat and no access to city plumbing. However, there are certain situations where you may need to remove the oil tank as it relates to your septic system. The Two System Tanks Are Too Close Together Imagine that you have heating oil sitting within feet of a septic tank that is loaded with methane and ammonia.
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Posted on: 27 July 2017

If you are having an outdoor wedding, it will be important to make sure there are enough bathroom facilities for your guests to use. Generally, renting a few portable bathrooms is the way to go. However, this process is not always as simple as it may seem when you're planning such a classy affair! Here are five tips to avoid embarrassing mishaps (and annoyed guests) when renting bathrooms for an outdoor wedding.
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Posted on: 28 June 2017

When is the last time that you had your drains cleaned out by a professional? Have you ever even had them inspected to find out if a cleaning is necessary? Most people give little thought to their drains. As long as the drains aren't completely clogged, it's assumed that everything is fine with them. Unfortunately, there are several things that can cause a drain to clog without it being immediately obvious.
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