If you’ve ever owned an older home, you know how difficult the septic systems can be. Older homes mean older septic tanks and we soon found ourselves dealing with clogs, backed-up toilets, and bad odors near the drains. Septic pumping was a huge help but we wanted to make sure the problems didn’t come back. It turns out we were doing all the wrong things inside our home! There are several household appliances that are terrible for your septic tank. They use up too much household water (putting pressure [...] Continue Reading

May 17th, 2013 BY Wind River No Comments

Whether you own a home or a business, taking care of the toilets is a high priority. If you have an old septic tank and toilets, you can find yourself spending a lot of your time and money on septic services. The septic tank can simply not break down anything other than waste and toilet paper. Some of the worst items to flush are ones people are tossing down the toilet every day! You can cut down on the amount of septic service you need [...] Continue Reading

May 15th, 2013 BY Wind River No Comments

In order to keep your cesspool in good shape and working properly, maintenance is important. Many people spend time and money working on their home. They invest their energy into painting, remodeling, and fixing up the yard. But the value and health of your home is centered on the cesspool. A well maintained septic system or cesspool will not only keep your house drains in good shape but can save you hundreds, even thousands of dollars. Here are some of the top rules to remember [...] Continue Reading

May 13th, 2013 BY Wind River No Comments

If you’re a home or business owner with a septic system, you may not realize how important good septic tank maintenance is. A new septic tank can cost you several thousand dollars plus the installation costs but with a little extra care, your septic tank can last as long as twenty years. Don’t neglect your septic tank or your drains because you may end up paying the price. Most of the ways you can help your septic tank are easy and cost effective. Some are [...] Continue Reading

May 8th, 2013 BY Wind River No Comments

Saving water is a large part of helping the environment and our planet. Since water is a very precious resource, we should only use what we need and be sure not to pollute the water from our homes. Saving water in your household can benefit you in other ways too. It can save you money every month on your bills and it can help to keep your septic system in good condition. The less water that goes through the drains and pipes means less wear [...] Continue Reading

May 6th, 2013 BY Wind River No Comments

If you’re looking to save money on your household expenses, making your own cleaners is a great start. Not only will making household cleaners save you money at the grocery store but it will help to save the environment and save you thousands on your septic system. I recently discovered that all natural cleaners and a well running septic system go hand in hand. Did you realize that the items you use to clean your drains, sinks, and tubs make a huge difference? Chemical cleaners [...] Continue Reading

May 3rd, 2013 BY Wind River No Comments

Running a business can bring in all kinds of little repairs and maintenance issues. One thing you should never forget about is your septic tank. Having to replace a septic tank can cost your business thousands of dollars plus time and effort. You also don’t want to be dealing with clogged drains, backed-up sinks or toilets in a place of business. This can cause issues with customers and the health board. Here is some great advice for any business that has a lot of customers [...] Continue Reading

May 1st, 2013 BY Wind River No Comments

If you have an older or vintage home, you most likely have an older septic system too. This means your tank may be more vulnerable to repairs and problems. Since no one wants to pay thousands of dollars for a new septic tank, it’s better to take good care of the one you have. With good maintenance, a septic system can last as long as twenty years. The first thing you should do is hire a professional for a septic pumping service. This will give [...] Continue Reading

April 29th, 2013 BY Wind River No Comments

Our family tries to do as many home repairs ourselves as possible. This helps us to save money. If you want to practice your own septic maintenance, it’s a good idea to learn about the drains, septic tank, and leach field. If you own an older home, you will be dealing with an older septic system which often requires more TLC. Many small issues like clogged drains and backed-up toilets can be dealt with naturally and easily. Here are a couple all natural cleaning tips [...] Continue Reading

April 26th, 2013 BY Wind River No Comments

One of the biggest mistakes home and business owners make is not taking care of their septic system. A septic tank can cost you thousands of dollars in repairs, services, or to replace. Many people don’t realize how fragile a septic tank and the leach field can be. For instance, if you toss items or substances into your drains that can’t be broken down, you can cause serious problems with your tank. You may end up dealing with clogs, backed up toilets, foul odors, or [...] Continue Reading

April 24th, 2013 BY Wind River No Comments