Selecting toilet paper that will help keep your septic system healthy is a key part of maintaining an effective system. The ideal toilet papers will dissolve quickly in water to avoid clogging your tank with debris. To test dissolvability, put some squares from your material into a clear mason jar filled with water. Shake for…
Hawaii septic tanks provide an efficient means of disposing of wastewater generated from kitchens and bathrooms as well as black wastewater from toilets and baths. Waste is collected into the tank where heavier solids settle to the bottom while lighter particles and liquids float to the top. Sewage pollution in Hawai’i is a significant environmental…
Since 2012 when New Hampshire Department of Subsurface (DES) revised state rules to prohibit home waste water tank system installations using this tank size. Today, this smaller-sized tank is typically utilized as a pump station, holding tank or to increase capacity within an existing septic system. Inlet Septic tank inlets are where wastewater enters the…
Your septic tank produces gases such as hydrogen sulfide, methane and ammonia as a by-product of anaerobic bacteria in your system. These by-products should not be ignored; they are an inevitable by-product. But when septic gas is released into the air, it can become unpleasant and potentially toxic. Thankfully, this only occurs at high concentrations….
When a plumbing vent becomes blocked, it can lead to several issues. These include high pressures, sewer gas and backup of waste materials. If you hear any of these warning signs, be sure to call a qualified plumber right away! Gurgling noises and slow drains are two common indications that your plumbing vent may be…
