Entries Tagged Septic System Pumping/Maintenance

Septic pumping and onsite system installations generate the bulk of Barefoot Septic & Sewer’s revenue, so it’s no surprise that a vacuum...

Throughout the U.S., wastewater effluent is chlorinated to kill pathogens and then dechlorinated before discharge. Knowing how to test the levels for...

In 2006, Scott Hess faced a moment of truth when he realized his life just wasn’t going the way he wanted. He...

I n the past few months, there have been articles and news reports from various parts of the country about homeowners falling...

Nearly 20 years ago, the provincial agency Nova Scotia Environment decided it needed help from the private sector to properly regulate the...

Troubleshooting a septic tank? Is the ATU or a media filter working properly? Checking the dissolved oxygen is key to diagnosing performance.Dissolved...

The Dix River zigzags through central Kentucky for miles until it empties into the Kentucky River about 20 miles southwest of Lexington....

It’s always interesting to see how people unfamiliar with the inner workings of septic systems view the maintenance process. This usually involves...

Prior to the flood If a septic system is located in a flood-prone area, a plumber should install a backflow preventer on the...

In a previous discussion, I indicated the best way to avoid freezing in septic lines is to properly slope and bed the...

A decade on the other side of losing its owner and primary operator, Mark Southwick, A 1st Rate Pumping Service continues to...

As pumpers, you know you’re exposed to pathogens on a regular basis. But do you take all the necessary steps to prevent...

Early in its existence, A 1st Rate Pumping Service became a go-to company known for its industry savvy and expertise. As professional...

As I look out my window today I see a light covering of snow with light rain falling and a temperature around...