Heavy rainfall and flooding can lead to problems with septic tank backups, meaning sewage can flow back into homes. Officials with the Cape Girardeau County Health Center say there are some things ...

CLERMONT — The widespread septic-tank failures in the Greater Hills and Greater Pines developments are the fault of the system manufacturer and installer, according to a suit the developer has filed ...

For many families, living outside the confines of a city is the fulfillment of the American dream. But that dream quickly can turn into a nightmare for homeowners who discover they have a serious ...

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 ...