Barnstable’s health board will review a proposal that could change septic rules near sensitive waters. What could it mean for some property owners?

HomeServe USA reports chemotherapy can harm septic systems by affecting beneficial bacteria, leading to clogs and backups. Regular tank pumping and bacterial additives can help mitigate risks.

Her old septic system was not designed to handle the soggy soil in her leach field, rendering the system unusable for six ...

A call to extend the grants for replacing wastewater treatment systems in rural areas was approved by members of Mayo County ...

A 2026 consumer information report examining the Septifix septic tank treatment formula, aerobic bacteria septic technology, oxygen-releasing tablet claims, and homeowner septic maintenance ...

Septic tank conversions reveal a larger conservation issue; some say the government should look elsewhere to save water as experts say the region needs more.

The Southern Nevada District Board of Health will conduct a special meeting on March 11 after recent public feedback from ...

For many residents and visitors alike, the State of Michigan conjures images of abundant fresh water and sprawling Great ...

Marin County is updating the way it inspects and permits on-site septic systems. On Thursday, the public is invited to a West ...

Tree roots do not wait decades to cause trouble for your septic line. Given moisture, nutrients, and even a small opening, ...

Failing septic systems threaten lakes and groundwater, but Michigan remains the only state without uniform regulations.

For many residents and visitors alike, the State of Michigan conjures images of abundant fresh water and sprawling Great Lakes summed up by the state’s two-word tagline: Pure Michigan. While ...