As I travel across the country and discuss gravity distribution, one of the biggest variations I see is how the effluent is...
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How a High-Efficiency Furnace Impacts a Septic System
High-efficiency furnaces save on energy use and are getting more common every year.
The fire in a gas furnace is a reaction between...
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The Most-Read Articles of 2020
As the end of the year approaches, here’s a recap of some of the top stories on onsiteinstaller.com. If you missed any...
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A Contractor’s Favorite Moneymaker Cleans Drains Quickly and Neatly
On-the-job efficiency translates into better customer service and higher profit margins. That’s why Jeff Keller at Bulldog Contractors in Jefferson, Texas, swears...
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Tips for Properly Using Rock in a Drainfield
Washed rock is used as distribution media in soil treatment area, media filters and in interceptor drains. It is obtained from quarries...
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What To Do When You Over-Excavate Septic Components Requiring Stability
Unless the site conditions require over-excavation, it should be avoided as natural soil typically provides the most stable base for system components....
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3 Keys to Proper Media Filter Installation
Many of the media filters used in today’s wastewater industry use proprietary technology or components and come from the manufacturer as pre-assembled...
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How to Effectively Teach a Trainee
If you’ve been in the trades for a while, you’ve probably been asked to take someone under your wing and teach them...
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4 Tips for Conducting a SWOT Analysis for Your Onsite Business
As a business owner, when you start making plans for the coming year, it’s important to step back and take a long,...
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How to Effectively Use Facebook Advertising to Gain Customers for Your Septic Business
Depending on how old you are, how tech savvy you are and how much you enjoy arguing politics, your opinion of Facebook...
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Why Good Employees Leave and What to Do About It
The impact felt when an employee leaves is exacerbated when labor markets are tight. Leaders at all levels in a company need...
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Electrical Hazards to Watch for During Septic Repair and Installation
Electrical shock is a potential hazard to onsite wastewater treatment system professionals. Written procedures for dealing with electrical hazards must be part...
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7 Overlooked Safety Issues for Installers
Your tailgate safety meetings probably focus mainly on the major hazards involved with septic installation work like operating heavy equipment and trench...
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Helpful Tips for Writing Great Website Content
Considering how many times I've restarted this first paragraph, it's fair to say that writing is hard.
Writing for something as specific and...



















