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One Lot. Two Systems. No Room to Spare.
Then a business in Cassville, Indiana, changed hands, the local health department wanted changes. Wastewater from the gas station, as well as...
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Not All Onsite Inspections Are Created Equal
At the WWETT Show in February, someone told us we really need to have a session or workshop on inspection of new...
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Land Application Misunderstood in Big Sky Country
It’s a common problem in the onsite industry. As more people seek the peaceful rural lifestyle, conflicts arise with the way things...
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Top Truck-Accessory Picks for Holiday Gift Giving
It’s the holiday season. And like most people you’ve probably been wondering what to buy for that special someone on your gift...
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Aero-Stream Risers Promote Safety and Easy Installation
Every septic system technician has dealt with the challenge of locating a buried tank cover. Not only are they required to locate...
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Improper Use of ‘Flushable Wipes’ Costs Canadians $250 Million Annually
The Municipal Enforcement Sewer Use Group, composed of 29 communities in Ontario, estimates that flushable wipes cost Canadian utilities $250 million per...
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Tough Onsite Jobs Dominate the California Coast
That Richard Sherman considers a routine onsite system project would be well outside the mainstream for most installers.That’s because Sherman and his...
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Is It Time to Hire a New Crew?
I’m an unabashed optimist when it comes to the onsite wastewater industry. Looking at the world around me, I see nothing but...
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Spikes in Usage Pose a Major Onsite Challenge at a Youth Camp
The South Mountain YMCA Camp in Reinholds, Pennsylvania, wanted to double the size of its 200-seat dining hall and increase bathroom facilities...
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Avoid the Service Nightmare of Frozen Pipes
Last winter we were involved in online discussions about freezing pipes and insulation. We stressed that the best way to avoid freezing...
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Onsite Oversight is OK in Oklahoma
Conventional systems are preferred when planning onsite wastewater treatment in Oklahoma. The design and inspection of septic systems falls under the auspices...
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Would Snow Plowing Bring in a Blizzard of Winter Revenue?
Winter can put a damper on construction. Onsite installers who have a suitable vehicle and time on their hands during the slow...
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Enhanced PS Patrol system designed to be installed quickly and easily
Electronics utilized to operate onsite systems must stand up to harsh outdoor environments. Typically control panels and alarms need to be placed...
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Michigan Proposal Would Create Statewide Septic Regulations
A set of bills to set a statewide regulation for the estimated 1.3 million septic systems in Michigan has been introduced in...
