Editorial
How Do You Convert 88,000 Cesspools to Modern Onsite Systems?
A massive wastewater upgrade plan in Hawaii requires new technology and a long time-horizon for cash-strapped homeowners.
Regulations Articles
Editorial
You’re Not Talking to a Brick Wall After All
Sometimes it seems like our industry message about proper septic maintenance isn’t being heard. But keep shouting because it is paying off.
Online Exclusives
Rules & Regs: Septage Processor Caught in Budding PFAS Problem
Also in this month's regulations update, a restaurant owner in New York faces fines of up to $37,000 per day for not having a septic system permit
Videos
Pumping Competition Is Stiff in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed Region
Online Exclusives
Weekly Flush: Local Pumper Helps Detectives Make Meth Bust
In other recent septic-related news, an Alabama man steals a septic pumper truck and crashes it on private property
Editorial
Commonwealth Waste Solutions Is a Successful Second Act for This Driven Virginia Pumper
Jason Muzzy started and sold one successful pumping operation and moved away. Later on he returned to the septic industry and started all over.
Editorial
Long Islanders Seek IRS Clarification Over Income Tax Liability for Septic System Replacement Grants
Editorial
‘We Are Progressing in a Very Positive Direction’
The head of the New Brunswick onsite association is upbeat about the future but says challenges remain, including enhanced regulations and recruiting younger people to work in the field
Online Exclusives
Rules & Regs: Oregon Looks at Nitrogen in Onsite Rule Revision
In this month's regulations update, Oregon targets more nitrogen reduction in its onsite rules; and mandated sewer connections in one Florida city are blocked by state Supreme Court precedent
Editorial
Supreme Court to Address Groundwater Pollution Case With Potential Wastewater Industry Implications
Supreme court to address groundwater pollution case with potential wastewater industry implications.
Online Exclusives
Rules & Regs: Algae Blooms Fuel Ongoing Discussion in Florida Legislature
Also in this month's regulations update, a Minnesota Amish community sues on religious grounds to avoid installing septic systems for graywater disposal
Editorial
Want to Make a Difference as a Pumper? Get Involved With a Trade Association and Run for Office.
Michigan’s Raymond Daniels is dedicated to helping his customers, improving his industry and becoming an effective citizen legislator.
Editorial
Florida’s Governor, Legislature Push for Onsite System Oversight, Periodic Inspections.
Florida’s governor, Legislature push for onsite system oversight, periodic inspections.
Online Exclusives
Rules & Regs: New York County in Disarray Over Wastewater Grant Taxes
Also in this month's regulations update, a septic services company in Texas is found in contempt of court for its land application practices
