Before you belly up to the bar, work with your tavern and restaurant customers to develop best practices for wastewater treatment.

Quality Pumping owner Chancy Thomas is a woman thriving in a male-dominated industry … and she’s loving every minute of it.

High-stepping Dwayne Crocker preaches professionalism and hard work through involvement in the Georgia Onsite Wastewater Association.

Proper inlet and outlet designs are crucial to balance effluent flow and to keep solids out of the drainfield.

“We really have to change the mindset regarding education, licensing and professionalism in the industry.”

An adequate effluent clear zone is a top concern when site factors force you to consider a flatter septic tank.

Be prepared for growing regional precipitation and drought conditions that will change the regulations and design of onsite systems.

I have to qualify my earlier advice about septic system inspections; a pumpout is necessary, but should be the last item on your to-do list.

One day wastewater will be treated at home and blended with well water to create a sustainable household supply of a limited resource.

When chasing down root problems in a septic system, be sure to check for pipe damage and all pipe-and-tank connection points.

Waterfront homeowners and environmental officials issue growing concerns about the impact of phosphorus on water quality for recreational areas.