A well-designed, properly installed septic system can last for decadeswith proper care and regular inspections. But in order to make sure your septic system is in good shape, it’s helpful to ...

Q: Marsha, I’m purchasing a home that is on a septic system rather than the public sewer. My home inspector strongly suggests I pay for a septic tank inspection. How do septic systems work? A: Your ...

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William Bolton of Quaker City Concrete Products of Leetonia carries out routine maintenance on a septic tank. Behind Bolton is service technician Shane Sadler. Most septic systems in Mahoning County ...

Q What can I do about the clogged leaching lines in my 38-year-old septic system? There’s some pooling of sewage on the surface of the ground. A Conventional wisdom from septic professionals says that ...