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2022 In Photos: Installers at Work

December 26, 2022

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The Importance of Slope in Septic System Installation

October 11, 2021

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Surveying Basics for Onsite Installers

August 27, 2020

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The Most-Read Articles of 2019

December 16, 2019

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Methods to Make a Contour Map

Creating a topographical map is an important step in site evaluation and onsite system design

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Surveying Basics: Reading a Contour Map

Topographic maps are useful for the siting and design of onsite systems

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Two-Peg Test: How to Determine the Accuracy of Your Leveling Instruments

You should do this periodically to make sure your surveying equipment is correctly leveled so it provides accurate readings

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The Most-Read Articles of 2018

December 17, 2018

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Site Evaluation Report and Design

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10 Tips for Maintaining Your Surveying Equipment

Proper handling and troubleshooting techniques can ensure accurate job site measurements

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Establishing Onsite Treatment System Elevations Using a Benchmark

How to use instrument height and backsight to specify elevations for septic system plans

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Surveying: Checking Relative Elevations

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Using a Hand or Abney Level

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Equipment Options for Site Surveying

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Site Surveying: Terms You Should Know

Jim Anderson explains some basic terms to begin this series on site evaluation and surveying