SepticSmart Week serves as a great reminder for homeowners to check their on-site septic systems. In Washington, about one-third of households rely on septic. That's close to one million homes!

Just knowing the ins and outs of a septic system can save you a lot of money in the long run. But how do septic tanks work?

If your home isn’t hooked up to a municipal sewer system, your alternative is a septic system, which includes a container buried underground on your property that holds and treats the water and waste ...

Dark green grass above the laterals are the harbinger of an impending septic failure. If the dark green grass is there - or ...

Today we are focused on affordable options to repair or replace your septic system. Check out our blog on septic system basics if you are new to this topic.

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Septic tank system are exposed along front property of a residential home. Michigan is making available financing to help homeowners replace their old septic systems. The state’s Septic Replacement ...

Timothy has written about personal finance, including detailed home renovation and repair cost guides, since 2017. His work covers everything from plumbing and roofing to solar and pest control. Find ...