In this guide to septic systems, CR shares a detailed breakdown of the workings of a home septic system, with expert advice ...

Risers on top provide access for maintenance. By Jessica Branch If you’ve recently moved into a home that relies on a septic ...

Solids like these can cause clogs in your septic system. Don’t discharge a sump ... look for a green or black disc (that’s the access riser about 10 feet from the house—or possibly even ...