The primary reason septic systems fail prematurely is the migration of fine solids and grease into the drainfield. Once these solids enter the soil treatment area, they clog the soil pores, creating a ...

An alternative solution to a septic problem was presented to supervisors during their October 1 meeting. Sewer Enforcement Officer John Belles, property owner Barry Andrew and his engineer labored for ...

Heavy rainfall and flooding can lead to problems with septic tank backups, meaning sewage can flow back into homes. Officials with the Cape Girardeau County Health Center say there are some things ...

A failed septic inspection can cost sellers far more than they expect.

Miami-Dade has — finally — begun chipping away at the $4 billion problem festering beneath homes across the county. The county’s aging collection of septic tanks is failing, and sea level rise will ...

The longevity, strength, and low-maintenance qualities of concrete septic tanks make them an ever-reliable solution. Concrete tanks, unlike their plastic and metal counterparts, ensure consistent ...

Miami-Dade County has finally unveiled its plan to address its 120,000 septic tanks, the aging (and often failing) concrete boxes that can leak human waste into groundwater and Biscayne Bay — a ...

Barbara has written professionally for more than two decades. In the past five years, she has specialized in creating real estate and home improvement content. Besides writing for Forbes Home, she ...

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Critics are raising a stink over what could become a very messy problem in Polk County. The landfill where human waste from septic tanks was being hauled was shut down a couple of ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...