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The health of a septic system is crucial for the cleanliness and safety of the home environment. So, what are the best methods for a clean system? And more specifically, what are the safe cleaners you can use? Let's go over what you need to know so you can avoid disrupting the system, which can [...]

Grease traps are an essential but often overlooked component of commercial kitchens and restaurants. If you manage an industrial kitchen, it's easy to underestimate its maintenance needs. Neglecting grease trap maintenance can have costly consequences, ranging from plumbing issues to environmental concerns.  Regular cleaning and pumping is the only way to ensure your grease trap delivers [...]

Over 21 million U.S. households use septic tanks or cesspools for waste disposal. Maintaining a functional septic system is a critical aspect of homeownership for these households. These underground systems play a crucial role in managing household wastewater, but like any other home component, they can encounter issues over time. In this blog post on septic tank [...]

Certain aspects of homeownership tend to fade into the background, often overlooked or taken for granted. One such element of residential living is the wastewater management system.  While it might not be the first thing on a homeowner's mind, the way your property handles and disposes of wastewater is a critical component of maintaining a [...]

You've moved into a new property with its own septic tank. You're not quite sure what to expect or what it will take to maintain your septic system. Just over a quarter of Pennsylvania homeowners rely on a septic system to treat their waste water. Having your own septic system has its advantages, from a [...]

There are a lot of things you need to think about when you're holding an outdoor event. From booking entertainment to selecting your food menu and inviting guests, planning a great event can be stressful and time-consuming. If you don't accommodate your guests in the most basic of ways, however, your big event could be [...]

The plumbing, the roof, and the HVAC system: these are the components of our house that we think are the most vital. However, there's one essential component that often goes unnoticed until a problem arises: the cesspool. Cesspools are underground wastewater treatment systems commonly used in rural areas, and their proper cesspool maintenance is crucial to [...]

Out of sight, out of mind. This may be what you're thinking after building your septic tank. However, neglecting your septic system can have dangerous consequences that may affect you, your neighbors, and the environment.  So if you're a part of the 25% of people who have septic tanks, then this guide is definitely for [...]

Over 20% of Americans use septic systems, and that number is growing. If your property has a septic tank, you'll need to stay on top of preventative maintenance to ensure that it functions normally. And that means understanding the guidelines for septic tank pumping. How do you know when your septic tank is full? Stay with [...]

Around 16% of homes across the country use private septic tank systems. These systems take the load off of the public sewer system and help homeowners in more remote areas.  For many homeowners, a septic tank is a great solution for their home. But that doesn't mean they don't come without problems. When a septic tank isn't [...]