Contact your local health department before any septic work begins—even minor repairs often require permits, and starting…
Private Wells & Septic
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Dedicated guidance for homes using private wells and onsite wastewater systems. Covers testing schedules, contaminant risks, treatment options, pump and pressure tank care, shock chlorination, septic maintenance, regulations, and troubleshooting.
Schedule septic tank pumping every three to five years based on household size and usage patterns—a family…
Test your well water at least annually for bacteria, nitrates, and pH levels—these baseline contaminants affect nearly…
Test your well water at least once annually for bacteria and every 3-5 years for comprehensive chemical…
Shut off your home’s water supply immediately if you notice sewage backing up into drains, toilets overflowing…