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How to Keep Your Septic System Running Happily During the Summer Heat
Who says you can’t enjoy your summer and your septic system at the same time? Here are a few quick tips to help your septic system make it through the summer months! 1. Do not allow your pool to drain …Continue Reading
Top 5 Questions Homeowners Ask Us About Their Septic System
With so many different septic system types, we answer a ton of questions each day, and it’s our pleasure to help our customers understand their systems. Here are the top 5 most common questions our customers ask us about their …Continue Reading
The #1 Cause of Septic System Failure
While there are many factors that can contribute to septic system failure, the number one cause is ignoring your system. Here’s how to take care of it. Don’t wait until you have a problem to clean your septic tank. By …Continue Reading
Your Septic System: Pathogen and Disease Fighter
We often take our septic system for granted. Wastewater “disappears” after a flush, never to be thought of again (at least until it’s time for septic system maintenance), but disposing of wastewater is just one of the perks of having …Continue Reading
How to Conserve Water to Keep Your Septic System Healthy
Every drop of water used inside your house enters the septic system. Systems are designed to handle a maximum amount of water, so it’s possible to flood your system by using an unnecessarily large amount of water at once. Here …Continue Reading
Holiday Tips for Your Aerobic System
The holidays are a wonderful time for friends and family to gather together and enjoy company. If you are hosting guests while living with an aerobic system, consider the following tips to help maintain the health of your aerobic septic …Continue Reading
Are You Thankful for Your Septic System?
Not many people look at their septic or aerobic system and think, “I sure am blessed to have this system!” Most people think the opposite because there are many use restrictions with a septic system. Plus, you have to spend …Continue Reading
Questions to Ask When Hiring an Inspector for Real Estate Transactions
1. Is the inspector certified by the National Association of Wastewater Technicians (NAWT)? Texas does not require any license or certification for real-estate septic inspections, but we recommend that your inspector hold an active certification, relevant training, and experience. …Continue Reading
Do I Need a Septic Permit?
Many homeowners are under the assumption that septic system permits aren’t necessary if they live outside the city limits. While permit exception may apply to some construction aspects, all on-site sewage facilities (OSSF’s) in Texas are required to have a …Continue Reading
Why did they put my septic system there?
Many homeowners wonder why septic designers chose a particular location for their septic system or drainfield. It can be frustrating attempting to locate a tank or drainfield, especially if it’s not where you expected it to be located. Some think …Continue Reading