In Snapshot, we talk to a member of a state, provincial or national trade association in the decentralized wastewater industry. This time...
Entries Tagged Onsite System Installation
Editorial
An Enthusiastic Mid-Career Couple Is Living Their Dream of Business Ownership
Buying Dutcher Trenching Inc. about four years ago was the fulfillment of a dream for Josh and Brittany McCloud. And it was...
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Rules and Regs: Supreme Court Sides With Minnesota Amish in Septic System Dispute
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of an Amish community and against Filmore County, Minnesota, which had ordered the Amish to...
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The Impact of Soil Structure on System Installation
While soil texture describes the percentage of each size class (sand, silt and clay), soil structure is the organization of these individual...
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The Impact of Soil Texture on System Installation
Soil texture refers to the percent of sand, silt and clay in the soil. Most soil descriptions follow the United States Department...
Editorial
An Aging Workforce Remains Our Biggest Challenge
Name and title or job description: Todd Stair, vice president. I wear all hats — master plumber restricted, soil tester, septage operator, customer...
Editorial
A Snug Fit Is Required When LaFollette Excavating Encounters an Environmentally Sensitive Work Site
As the sale of a waterfront property proceeded in Rogersville, Missouri, a home inspection found the onsite system was not up to...
Editorial
Where Will We Find the Next Generation of Installers?
It’s the biggest industry concern I hear from installers.
“I’m so busy and I just can’t find any good, young workers.” It’s no...
Editorial
Joe Bruening Partners With Other Installers to Cope With a Labor Shortage
In early 2020, shortly after Joe Bruening established his excavation and septic system installation business, he was already frustrated by and tired...
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The Benefits of Installing a Trash Trap with an ATU
A trash tank is generally installed prior to aerobic treatment units. Some propriety ATUs require one while others do not. The key...
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Keys to Watertight Septic Piping: Cutting and Embedment
Proper pipe cutting is critical to ensure that a watertight seal is created between pipes and fittings.
The following is the recommended procedure...
Editorial
Texas Wastewater Pros Seek Effective Balance of Industry Regulations
In Snapshot, we talk to a member of a state, provincial or national trade association in the decentralized wastewater industry. This time...
Editorial
Taking a Deep Dive Into Shallow Systems
Lately we have received comments and questions about the advisability of hauling in additional soil fill over the top of soil treatment...
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Committing to Safety on Every Onsite System Job Site
“Culture of safety” is a phrase that gets used a lot.
For a lot of companies, that term is a reality — safety...



















