May 2008 Issue of Onsite Installer

Mark Shepard builds and repairs advanced onsite systems while trying to be of service to his employees, his profession, and his hometown and county.

A treatment system based on a trickling filter enables an elementary school to expand in an environmentally sensitive area in Ontario.

Installers debate the pros and cons of inlet tees on septic tanks and discuss solutions to homeowner’s sewage odor problems.

Don’t let their abbreviated looks fool you. These nimble machines fit jobs in tight spaces with performance that can rival conventional-style excavators.

State-to-state differences in rules for septic systems indicate that some flexibility may be in order to suit challenging situations.

Rhode Island proposes regulations requiring advanced nitrogen reduction systems and cesspool replacements in selected situations.

An understanding of the common terminology can help installers avoid costly mistakes and deliver long-lasting systems to homeowners.

A trade magazine with a strong subscriber base can become a potent force to help industry members rise to challenges and make the most of opportunities.