Not all homes are connected to a city’s sewer system. Homes that do not have a direct connection to the city sewer will typically have a septic system. A septic system consists of a buried ...

If you’ve recently moved into a home that relies on a septic system (or you see one in your future), you might already know a thing or two about the big picture. One of the most critical points: ...

Thurston County Public Health & Social Services offers free Homeowner Septic Self-Inspection Certification classes.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A septic system isn’t much good if it’s clogged, and once it is clogged, it’ll cost a fair amount to pump it—but using a septic ...

Understanding how your septic system works, knowing when to pump it, and adopting a few simple habits can save you stress and money in the long run. Jacob Mays of A-American Septic, a Rosie on the ...

If you’re thinking of buying or building a home in a rural area or some other place that’s not connected to a public sewer system, here’s an unsavory news flash: You will need your own septic system.