Every spring, as the snowpack retreats and the trails start to dry, a less-visible process is underway beneath yards and ...

A failed septic inspection can cost sellers far more than they expect.

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 ...

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 ...

The primary reason septic systems fail prematurely is the migration of fine solids and grease into the drainfield. Once these solids enter the soil treatment area, they clog the soil pores, creating a ...

ST. PAUL -- Freezing problems with septic systems may be more common this year because a lack of snow cover across Minnesota exposes existing system inadequacies as temperatures dip lower. Snow serves ...

Marin County officials are hosting a series of community meetings and drop-in sessions asking for public input on inspections ...

Toilet paper is a convenient product used in most households. While those connected to municipal wastewater systems can generally flush without much thought, if you have a septic system, it's ...

Abnormally cold weather has left residents scrambling to thaw out water lines and solve septic or sewer problems.