Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A septic system isn’t much good if it’s clogged, and once it is clogged, it’ll cost a fair amount to pump it—but using a septic ...

When you flush, shower or run your garbage disposal, that waste has to go somewhere. For most U.S. homes, it’s taken care of by municipal sewers. But if you happen to be a homeowner living in a rural ...

Dear Angie: We're looking to purchase a new home that will need a septic system. How much will it cost to buy and install one? -- Robert S., Washington, Ill. Dear Robert: For new construction -- a ...

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 ...

Millions of Canadians rely on septic systems to deal with household wastewater, but few homeowners understand how they work. This leads to two problems: mistakes made in managing a septic system, and ...

A: Septic sewage systems are excellent for purifying home wastes, and they do it naturally without dangerous chemicals such as chlorine or ozone gas. People often think of septic systems as being used ...

Out of sight, out of mind? If your home has a private septic system in Pierce County, you might receive a letter saying you need to get it inspected — even if you’re not seeing any problems with it.