Only 18 months after a small, two-story commercial building opened in October 2017, its 1,000-gpd drainfield failed. The building held offices and...
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Septic Tank Myths Linger
Every so often we have homeowners or even septic professionals ask us what needs to be done to enhance or improve bacterial...
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Fledgling Alabama Program Replaces Failed Onsite Systems
Five years ago, I introduced you to a few determined folks in South Central Alabama who recognized an abundance of failed septic...
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Here’s How a Degree in Anthropology Led to a Successful Career in Decentralized Wastewater
When Jordan Johnson moved back to northeastern Illinois and started a plumbing business, he was told the region needed septic system installers....
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Industry News - December 2022
Thompson Joins SJE as
regional sales managerChad Thompson joined SJE as regional sales manager. He will be responsible for the Southeast region including...
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Product Spotlight - December 2022
An audiovisual septic alarm without the need for an electrician was the inspiration for Mark Hayes, founder and owner of Minnesota Geotechnical...
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Product News - December 2022
Franklin Electric
SubDrive QuickPAKsFranklin Electric’s new SubDrive QuickPAK solutions are for water system installers looking to deliver reliable constant water pressure while maximizing...
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Rules and Regs: Cape Cod Looking at Nitrogen Treatment Upgrades
State regulations expected in early 2023 will apparently impose new nitrogen restrictions on some parts of Cape Cod.The primary water quality problem...
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Trade Association Work Slows as Colorado Contractors are Overwhelmed
In Snapshot, we talk to a member of a state, provincial or national trade association in the decentralized wastewater industry. This time...
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Safely Install in Cold Weather With Heated Workwear
For many contractors, including septic system installers, working in the cold is a way of life. It’s not fun, but it’s something...
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Alabama Installers Build a Supplementary Onsite System for Nonprofit Group
Each year, the Alabama Onsite Wastewater Association picks several projects as part of its Helping Hands Across Alabama to donate new septic...
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Take Erosion Control Requirements Seriously
Recently we had the opportunity to observe a site being prepared for installation of an onsite system in a wooded area on...
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Editor’s Notebook: Make 2023 the Year to Solidify Your Retirement Planning Strategy
The average age of onsite installers is rising. While efforts are being made to attract young people into the decentralized wastewater industry,...
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The Owner of Canada’s B.C. Septic Pro Networks With Other Onsite Experts
Customers hiring BC Septic Pro for onsite system installation don’t just get the expertise of owner Jesse Brown.They also get the combined...
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Onsite Innovations - December 2022
Competent contractors in the onsite industry demand quality products.See how these partnerships ensure success in this special Onsite Innovations section.
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Product News - November 2022
Little Giant next gen 5-MSP submersible utility pumpFranklin Electric launched the next generation of Little Giant 5-MSP compact submersible utility pump. The...
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Product Spotlight: Foam Media Biofilter Designed as an Economical Alternative
For more than two decades, Anua AeroCell Open Cell Foam Biofilters have been utilized in residential and commercial septic situations requiring enhanced...
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Rules and Regs: Federal Infrastructure Law Dedicates Billions To Onsite Wastewater Projects
The Biden Administration has launched a pilot program to help communities improve their onsite infrastructure.The program is a joint project of the...
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So Many Installers and Pumpers are Retiring. Who’s Going To Step Up?
In Snapshot, we talk to a member of a state, provincial or national trade association in the decentralized wastewater industry. This time...




















