A well-designed, properly installed septic system can last for decadeswith proper care and regular inspections. But in order to make sure your septic system is in good shape, it’s helpful to ...

Septic tanks are a lot easier to understand than you might think. If you have only ever relied on city water and sewer systems, transitioning to a home with a septic tank might seem a bit overwhelming ...

The average septic tank has a capacity of 1,250 gallons. If it were installed above ground, it would be rather hard to ignore. But a septic tank’s work is best done beneath the surface of your ...

Buying or replacing a septic tank is a financial problem that for many homeowners can kind of stink, in more ways than one. From start to finish, installing a septic system requires detailed planning, ...

Whether you’re about to buy a new home in the Tampa Bay area or are considering giving your existing house an upgrade, wastewater management is among the things you must consider. One of your primary ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

Sewage is being discharged on an island sanctuary for rare birds. Coquet Island, off the coast of Northumberland, is home to 30,000 puffins as well as arctic, common and Sandwich terns. The site is a ...