Winter brings a lot of plumbing problems along for the ride. Frozen pipes are the first (and maybe worst) things that come to mind. A frozen pipe can burst, spewing fresh water all over the place. If you’re lucky, the water hits the walls and floors. If your pipes are...

There is no good time to deal with septic tank problems, but winter septic tank disasters can be catastrophic. The very worst thing that could happen – septic tank freezing – is the granddaddy of all septic problems. So how do you keep 800 gallons of septic yuck from...

The good news is that septic tanks don’t often freeze. Normally, there’s enough going on in a septic tank to keep the tank contents from freezing. But that doesn’t mean winter can’t throw a curveball or two at your septic system. If the unthinkable does happen, here...

Unless you live in a city or suburb, your home is connected to a septic system. Your septic system breaks down biological wastes safely, and with the proper care, your septic system can last 25 years or more. The primary job of your septic system is to remove waste...