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?

Nathan, Heath, and Mauro babyproof a home; Richard explains how septic systems work. Nathan Gilbert, Heath Eastman, and Mauro Henrique help a homeowner babyproof her house by testing for lead ...

Knowledge is power when it comes to your home's septic tank system. Consider this your handy guide to understanding how it works and avoiding any problems.

If you’re a new homeowner wondering what a septic tank is, learn more about its functions and how it works.

Curious about your septic system? Here’s a primer on how it works and how to care for it.

Q: Marsha, I’m purchasing a home that is on a septic system rather than the public sewer. My home inspector strongly suggests I pay for a septic tank inspection. How do septic systems work? A: Your ...

Without enough good bacteria, the entire septic system can become ineffective. It helps to understand how a typical septic system works. There are two basic components: the tank and the drainfield.

Septic systems, which allow landowners to build homes without sewer connections, are a crucial feat of engineering for more remote communities in the Lowcountry.

Millions of Canadians rely on septic systems to deal with household wastewater, but few homeowners understand how they work. This leads to two problems: mistakes made in managing a septic system ...