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Oct 30, 2024
Ensuring that your sump pump is ready for the cold months ahead can prevent costly repairs and the stress of dealing with a flooded basement.
Oct 29, 2024
A percolation test evaluates the land and soil at a certain site to understand how water drains through the soil. You also might want to factor in percolation test costs if you're buying land to build a home.
Oct 25, 2024
You have to take care of your sewage ejector pump for it to take care of you. No worries. Here are the details.
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Oct 23, 2024
If you live in a low-lying or flood area, recently refinished your basement or noticed water or a musty odor in your basement, a sump pump is a necessity. This device works to remove water from your home before it has a chance to cause damage.
Oct 17, 2024
Understanding how a septic system works, recognizing the signs of an overflow and knowing what steps to take if you suspect an issue can help prevent serious damage and maintain the functionality of your septic system.
Oct 16, 2024
If you’re a parent, this scenario might sound all too familiar. But before you resign yourself to calling a plumber (and draining your wallet), take a deep breath and follow these steps.
Oct 10, 2024
Gravity is not your friend when removing waste from the basement bathroom and moving it to the main sewage line, which is above ground. Fortunately, one way to solve this issue is by installing a sewage ejector pump.
Oct 08, 2024
Do you flush it and forget it? That's a risky move when your home uses a septic system for waste disposal. Flushing or draining the wrong things could leave you in a stinky predicament.
Oct 05, 2024
Transform your kitchen with a composting garbage disposal. These can reduce food waste, cut down on methane emissions and create garden-ready compost.
Oct 02, 2024
Having a septic system alarm keeps you in touch with what's happening under the ground, even though you can't see it for yourself. Learn what to do when your septic pump alarm sounds so you don't end up in a messy situation.