Just knowing the ins and outs of a septic system can save you a lot of money in the long run. But how do septic tanks work?

Q: Marsha, I’m purchasing a home that is on a septic system rather than the public sewer. My home inspector strongly suggests I pay for a septic tank inspection. How do septic systems work? A: Your ...

As the state ramps up pressure to reduce nitrogen pollution in the region's estuaries and embayments, Cape Cod homeowners, who face expensive septic system replacements or upgrades, could have some ...

Dear James: We have a septic system at our small farmhouse. It would be convenient to add a garbage disposal in the kitchen. Can we use a garbage disposal with a septic system? — Joyce D. Dear Joyce: ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Maybe the most dreaded of home system breakdowns is the septic system. A malfunction can, at best, prevent your toilets from flushing — at the very worst, ...

The park pays roughly $300,000 annually to maintain the portable toilets at the Temple of Sinawava and pump the septic tank ...

BELLA VISTA -- Homeowners seeking to repair an existing septic system or to install a new one in Bella Vista will now have to get septic plumbing permits first. Previously, septic system installation ...

Lee County Utilities Director Pam Keyes discussed the island’s aging septic systems at the Greater Pine Island Civic ...

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Sewage is being discharged on an island sanctuary for rare birds. Coquet Island, off the coast of Northumberland, is home to ...