Monthly Archives: September 2014

Avoid Common Culprits to System Failure!

It’s National SepticSmart Week! “Proper care and maintenance of your septic system is critical to ensuring your system’s proper function.  In addition to proper care, there are other common activities that we should be mindful of in our daily lives.” … Continue reading

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Proper Landscaping On and Around Your Septic System

It’s National SepticSmart Week! “The drainfield is a vital part of your septic system.  Having the right landscaping on and around your system is important, as tree and shrubbery roots can grow into the drain lines.  Also, other heavy items … Continue reading

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Dos and Don’ts of Your Septic System Fact Sheet

It’s National SepticSmart Week! Another great resource for homeowners: Dos and Don’ts of Your Septic System Fact Sheet These are great simple steps to protect your home, health, environment and property value!

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Do Your Part and Be SepticSmart!

It’s National SepticSmart Week! Here is a great resource: A Homeowner’s Guide to Septic System Bookmark it, Pin it, print it, refer to and USE it!

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It’s SepticSmart Week- Sept 22-26

The EPA has launched this national program to promote proper septic system care and maintenance by homeowners.  Nearly one in four households in the U.S. depends on an individual septic system to treat their wastewater.  With proper use and maintenance, … Continue reading

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Where does your water softener and iron filter recharge water go?

If it goes into your septic system- it is highly encouraged that you reroute your water softener and iron filter recharge water out of the system. Both can cause negative effects on the soil treatment area; potentially reducing the life … Continue reading

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