With summer fun in full swing, it may be easy to forget about the septic system. Relaxing by the pool, vacations, barbecues and parties take precedence. However, if you enjoy entertaining with backyard barbecues, graduation parties and frequent family and guest visits, then take a moment early in the season to plan ahead and keep […]
11
2014
Septic System Help Blog
Caring for Your Wastewater Management System in the Summer
4
2014
Septic System Help Blog
5 Ways to Lessen the Waste Burden on Your Home’s Eco System
A well-designed and maintained septic system provides effective treatment of household wastewater. Correctly maintaining the system reduces the chance of failure and decreases the risks of potential health hazards and significant expenses involved in replacing a failed system. A septic system combines biological and physical treatment to incoming wastewater, making it suitable to enter the […]
22
2014
Septic System Help Blog
3 Tips for Keeping Energy Costs Low During the Summer
During the winter months and colder weather, you know that energy efficient heating elements and wood burning fireplaces help reduce the monthly bills. You can employ similar strategies during the heat of the summer months to decrease your energy usage as well. You can use these ideas especially in the more moderate heat of summer, […]
5
2014
Septic System Help Blog
Proposed Tax to Resolve Septic Problems
Delaware County, IN officials are proposing a tax on all septic systems after finding some towns in a “toxic” state according to county commissioner Don Dunnuck. This tax proposal has many Delaware county officials and residents in a heated debate. A recent article by The Star Press touches on the thoughts of many as they […]
28
2014
Septic System Help Blog
Florida’s Springs at risk due to Failing Septic Tank Systems
Florida is home to nearly 900 freshwater springs that all play a major roll in Florida’s drinking water supply and unique eco system. Millions of tourists flock to northern and central Florida’s State Parks where these breathtaking springs can be found. However, these major tourist destinations and freshwater supplies are at serious risk. For more […]
15
2014
Septic System Help Blog
EPA Announces SepticSmart Week to Increase Septic Tank Awareness
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced that the week of September 22 through September 26, will be named SepticSmart Week. During this week, the EPA will promote proper maintenance techniques for home and business septic tanks and drain fields. The agency will also offer valuable hints for managing these private wastewater treatment systems more […]
14
2014
Septic System Help Blog
Two Coastal Redwoods Cause Septic Tank Problems
With spring in full bloom and summer on the horizon, it has most of us heading outdoors to spruce up our yards and gardens. When considering planting any new trees, installing sprinkler systems, or laying a new patio take note of where your septic system lies. This simple awareness can save you from facing septic tank […]
2
2014
Septic System Help Blog
Do Septic Aerators Stir Up Solids in a Septic Tank?
There are two answers to the question of “Do septic aerators stir up solids in a septic tank”?, no and yes. The answer is “no” if controlled aeration is applied. The answer is “yes” if a poorly designed septic aerator is installed. This question has been asked many times over the past 12 years mainly […]
23
2014
Septic System Help Blog
The Septic System Saver restores & maintains septics, Holt tells HomeTalk USA’s Michael King
Michael King, the “2011 Radio Talk Show Host of the Year” (The National Radio Association) interviewed Karl Holt, President & CEO of Aero-Stream® on the proven results the Septic System Saver® has on failing septic systems. Holt discussed how, through his own septic system problems and engineering background; the very first aero-stream® unit was developed […]
23
2014
Septic System Help Blog
Is Hooking Up to City Sewer the Best Solution for Septic Problems?
Septic problems are a pain. A sewer project, that many have waited decades for, is about to break ground in parts of Brooke County, West Virginia. Donald Bauer told WTOV9, as he pointed to the “Raw Sewage” that overflows from septic systems and down hill; that he is happy to hear he will finally be […]
3
2014
Septic System Help Blog
Septic System Workshops: An effort to clean up the Dix River Watershed
Remember that you have a Septic System Septic systems are often overlooked and forgotten about by the average owner of a private septic. It’s usually when they start to hear their pipes gurgling or notice a backup in their shower or toilet that they start to investigate only to find out their septic system is […]
21
2014
Septic System Help Blog
Septic Tank System Maintenance With Aero-Stream
You can count on Aero-Stream® to provide innovative solutions for septic tank maintenance. CEO and President Karl Holt used his engineering background to create products that use less power and produce cleaner water. To get a better understanding of how a septic tank system works, and how the Aero-Stream® system can provide you with optimal […]
21
2014
Septic System Help Blog
3 Tips to Spring Clean your Septic System
It has certainly been a harsh winter for many of us! Every time you turn on the news you see it…reports of record snowfalls and bone chilling temps. We’ve all become a little too familiar with winter this year which has most of us dreaming about spring. Well that dream isn’t to far off as […]
20
2014
Septic System Help Blog
Septic Tank Issues Blamed for Alabama Evictions
Residents of the Pleasure Point Park and Marina development have until the end of June to vacate their homes after Alabama Power refused to renew the lease agreement with Pleasure Point management for the new fiscal year. Septic system failures within the development are blamed for the company’s action, which comes after Alabama Power was […]
23
2013
Septic System Help Blog
Government Agencies Continue Focus on Malfunctioning Septic Systems
Local, state and federal environmental officials across the country are cracking down on homeowners with poorly functioning septic systems in efforts to prevent contamination of streams, rivers, lakes and other bodies of water. Some areas are offering matching funds and loans for repairs and remediation, while other counties are taking steps to enforce laws currently […]
24
2013
Septic System Help Blog
New California Regulations Target Septic Tank Systems
California’s State Water Resources Control Board recently revised the statutes governing onsite wastewater treatment systems, more commonly known as septic tanks. These new rules are intended to provide added guidance for homeowners, home builders and septic tank repair companies in managing the installation and upkeep of these household waste treatment systems. Existing septic tank systems […]
19
2013
Septic System Help Blog
Septic Tank Trouble Threatens to Delay Start of School
Public schools are facing critical budget shortages in many areas of the country. For Tiverton High School in Tiverton, Rhode Island, that financial stress was considerably worse this summer as school officials scrambled to ensure that a much-needed septic tank system replacement was in place by the first day of school this fall. The septic […]
12
2013
Septic System Help Blog
Septic System Issues Cause Conflict between Neighbors in York, Maine
A failing septic tank system is creating legal issues and neighborhood conflicts for one resident of York, Maine. In July of 2013, the septic tank system belonging to John Parkhurst developed a leak and spilled effluent over the surface of his property. The raw sewage quickly spread downhill to encroach upon land belonging to Parkhurst’s […]
5
2013
Septic System Help Blog
Septic System Failure Not Just a Residential Concern
Failing septic systems are not solely the province of homeowners. Washington County Public Works in Stillwater Township, Minnesota, is currently weighing options on how to deal with a flooded drain field and a failing septic tank at one of their field offices. Portable toilets have been deployed as a temporary measure, but the county has […]
29
2013
Septic System Help Blog
Makeshift Efforts to Repair Failing Septic System No Cure for New York Homeowner
A do-it-yourself attempt at repairing a failing septic system has landed one Buffalo-area homeowner in hot water with legal and health department authorities. Jeffrey Karalus blames poor health and temporary disability for his failure to address the situation more promptly. Karalus is now facing steep fines from the city of Elma and could receive further […]