by Southwest EFC | Aug 26, 2026 | Operations & Maintenance, Pollution & Water Quality, Wastewater
In areas without municipal sewer systems, homeowners often rely on onsite wastewater solutions like septic tanks or cesspools. Both differ significantly in design and function and have specific best practices for maintenance and use in different regions. Cesspools...
by AJ Barney | Feb 7, 2025 | Decentralized Wastewater Systems, Pollution & Water Quality, Uncategorized, Wastewater
This video covers practical tips for inspecting septic tanks and covers measurement of solids levels as a means to evaluate pumping frequencies. This video is created and presented by Greg Pearson, who is the water and wastewater systems trainer at the Great Lakes...
by Shannon Pepper | Aug 7, 2024 | Decentralized Wastewater Systems
For homes not connected to a public wastewater system, a septic tank may be a good option for treating wastewater. But how does a septic tank handle both solid and liquid waste?
by Shannon Pepper | Jul 21, 2022 | Compliance with Wastewater Regulations, Decentralized Wastewater Systems, Wastewater
If you own a home or other structure with a septic tank, you should be aware of the signs of a full septic tank. You should also understand the stages of a full tank: Tank Filled to Normal Level, Sludge Accumulating, and an Over-filled Tank. What do these three...
