Top Three Things You Need to Know About Your Septic System
In many cases, septic systems get a bit of a bad reputation as finicky, disgusting, and confusing systems that are best left to professionals to handle. In some ways, this reputation is true, but as a homeowner here are a few basic tips that you should know about your septic system. Location, location, location This […]
Frozen Sewer Pipes: How to prevent and treat them.
Frozen pipes is a common problem during the winter months. While it’s customary for people to protect their water lines from freezing, many people forget to protect their sewer lines as well. Here are a few tips from the American Red Cross to prevent your sewer lines from freezing, as well as a few tips […]
Important Signs that Indicate It’s Time to Have Your Septic Tank Pumped
For years the common consensus on septic tank maintenance was “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it!” Fortunately, this consensus is mostly extinct, although confusion as to proper septic system maintenance is still widespread. Here are a few tips to help you know when it is time to have your septic tank pumped: If it’s […]
Tired of Digging Up Your Septic Tank Lid? Install a Riser.
Septic tanks can be buried anywhere from a few inches to several feet below the surface of the ground, forcing homeowners to dig up the lid of their septic tank each time it needs to be serviced. Hand digging can be tedious and back-breaking work, and is frequently avoided by many people. The avoidance of […]
Garbage Disposals: The Monster Under the Sink
Yes, garbage disposals are convenient. We will give you that. There is something to be said about sending scrap food down the sink and kissing it goodbye forever. The only problem is that you aren’t actually kissing those chunks of food goodbye forever. Not at all, actually. After you say your goodbyes and blend those […]