Sara Heger Articles

Nearby trees can wreak havoc on a leaky septic system, but this can be prevented with thorough inspections and an arsenal of root removal techniques

Pass along these tips for homeowners to prevent cleaners and running toilets from wreaking havoc on their onsite systems

Your customers’ use of antibacterial soap could be harming their septic system

Chemicals used in many drain cleaners kill the essential bacteria needed by septic systems

These salt compounds can accumulate and negatively affect your customers’ septic systems

The wastewater in some septic systems could be more dangerous than you realize

Phasing out the use of microbeads is great news for septic systems

Test prospective sites for soil compaction potential, and protect the septic system site during and after installation

Most fabric softeners can have a negative effect on a septic system, but you can recommend alternatives to homeowners

Providing a plan for the homeowner to monitor the system should be a priority after a repair or remediation

Help out customers who want to take better care of their onsite system with some recommendations for septic-safe detergents

Remind customers about these 7 things they can do to help extend the life of a repaired system

Rejuvenating a struggling system will make you a hero in the eyes of the customer

Floods can wreak havoc on septic systems, but they can often be rescued if the septic professional knows how to minimize the damage