A new program in several counties throughout Missouri’s Ozarks region aims to improve the environment by helping homeowners pay for septic system maintenance, according to Ozarks Public Radio. A source tells the KSMU radio website that septic tanks should be pumped every two to three years at a typical cost of $100 to $200. The project manager of the James River Basin stressed the importance of routine maintenance.
Read the full story here: http://ksmu.org/article/get-pumped-maintenance-septic-tanks?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
It’s good to see someone explaining how septic systems work for the benefit of the general public. And it’s a bonus that the program offers a cost share to homeowners in several counties who are interested in keeping their systems working properly.
For further information and to see the comprehensive program details, go to:
http://jamesriverbasin.com/pages/septic_test
Are similar programs offered in your area? Drop me a line at editor@pumper.com or respond directly to this blog post below.
