Why a Healthy Septic System is Your Greatest Contribution to Local Water Purity

healthy septic system

Every flush sends wastewater into your septic system—and what happens next decides if you’re protecting or poisoning your community’s water. The EPA lists septic systems as one of the top five polluters, with 10-20% failing during their lifetime. Failed systems dump raw sewage with E. coli and viruses straight into the ground, traveling into wells that families use for drinking water […]

Understanding Septic System Lifespan and Replacement Timing

Understanding Septic System Lifespan and Replacement Timing

A septic system isn’t something most homeowners think about until something goes wrong. Beneath your backyard lies one of the most important components of your home’s sanitation system, quietly working day and night. However, just like any other part of your home, your septic system also has a lifespan. If you’re in Mount Vernon, Oak […]