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Pros Of Buying A House With A Septic System

Pros Of Buying A House With A Septic SystemWhen purchasing a new home, one important aspect is its sewage system. While many homes connect directly to municipal sewer lines, an increasing number of properties rely on septic systems. In this blog post we’ll look at why purchasing one could be a smart decision.

Environmental Benefits One of the primary advantages of choosing a home with a septic system is its positive environmental impacts. Unlike municipal sewer systems, which entail extensive infrastructure investments and use chemicals for wastewater treatment, septic systems use natural processes to break down and treat waste through soil absorption to have minimal ill effects on our planet’s resources. By opting for homes equipped with these greener alternatives, you

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Five Ways To Care For Your Septic Tank

Five Ways To Care For Your Septic TankA good number of Minnesotans rely on septic tanks as the means for disposing of wastewater. While public sewer systems are managed and maintained by municipalities, homeowners with septic tanks must be responsible for its care and upkeep if leakage or overflow occur – creating serious health hazards in surrounding communities if their tank leaks or overflows. Though professional septic tank repair services should provide maintenance and inspection, there are certain tasks homeowners can perform themselves to help keep their septic system in good shape. Relying on a professional is always the best option.

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Preventing A Septic System Problem In Becker MN

The promise of warmer weather is a reminder to some people that it may be time to check the systems around your home that cannot easily be accessed when the temperatures are low and the ground is frozen. If it has been a while since you last had your septic system serviced and/or inspected, Custom Septic recommends an annual septic system inspection for our customers and spring is a perfect time of year for this.

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Septic vs. City Sewer: What’s the Difference?

Septic vs. City Sewer: What’s the Difference?Water systems are often pre-determined, leaving homeowners with no choice. However, many cities and towns across the state have been installing sewer lines to extend a public sewer system to residents. This is a good time to convert a septic system to public sewer systems. Make sure you are familiar with both the pros and cons of each option. Custom Septic can help you make the right decision and convert your Minnesota home from a septic to sewer system.

System design: Your septic system functions completely independently. It filters and treats waste in the tank and drain field, then the process repeats itself. All maintenance and repair work are also done on your property, whereas the local municipality controls sewer systems.

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Prevent A Major Septic System Problem When You Least Expect It

Prevent A Major Septic System Problem When You Least Expect ItThe holidays are on the way, and you probably have many things on your mind and a list of “to do” items a mile long. The last thing that you want to think about when you are planning for the holidays is a major problem with your septic system. Unfortunately, if your septic system has not been maintained properly, you could very easily have a problem on your hands and that problem will likely not surface at a convenient time. The team at Custom Septic works 12 months a year to help families in the Big Lake, Minnesota area prevent and manage septic system issues. If you notice even the smallest concerning smell

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