Entries Tagged Onsite Septic Inspection

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has proposed a ban on labeling wipes as being flushable or safe for septic or sewer systems....

The Chautauqua County Board of Health will begin inspecting all private onsite wastewater systems within 250 feet of its five lakes in...

There are many ways you can make your pumping business better, but I narrowed that list down to three things to focus...

The spokeswoman on Washington state’s Septics 201 video has a perky, upbeat delivery as she trains homeowners to become qualified onsite system...

As hydraulic load testing gains more attention as a way of determining if soil treatment areas (STA) are effectively handling effluent, there...

While hydraulic load testing (HLT) of onsite wastewater systems isn't a requirement during the sale of a home, it's been a common practice...

Minnesota septic operators have had some struggles over the years disposing of waste. One problem was some treatment plants refused to accept...

You probably get this question a lot from homeowners as temperatures drop in the northern states: “Are there things I need to...

A federal judge has refused to review his ruling that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency was not required to review Pennsylvania’s anti-degradation...

A few weeks ago, a couple’s dream home turned into something more akin to a nightmare. A dump truck belonging to workers...

As the state suffers through a fourth year of drought, the California Onsite Water Association is publicly backing a bill to establish...

Frank Parker once wore all the hats of a contractor serving the onsite wastewater industry. But when it came time to pursue...

Inspection requirements must be met before a permit is issued. Every jurisdiction is different, but in general, regulations can be categorized as federal,...

If you’re doing any septic inspections, you may have run into conflicts with installers or other maintenance professionals. Here’s some advice: “Don’t...