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 ...

A good septic system is a miracle of human ingenuity, invisibly processing and purifying household wastewater and returning it to the earth. It’s an efficient, economical solution for households in ...

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: ...

Stacy is a journalist and content creator with six years of experience writing about home improvement topics. Besides Forbes Home she has contributed her work and expertise to publications such as ...

If you’ve recently moved into a home that relies on a septic system (or you see one in your future), you might already know a thing or two about the big picture. One of the most critical points: ...

Whether you have a septic system or are buying a house with one, know that whatever you flush or pour down the drain can come back to haunt you, either in major repair expenses or in simple ...