Heavy rainfall and flooding can lead to problems with septic tank backups, meaning sewage can flow back into homes. Officials with the Cape Girardeau County Health Center say there are some things ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A man cleaning out a septic tank - Peter Cade/Getty Images If you have a house with a septic system, you may understand some of ...

That neighbor is turning herself into an enemy.

An alternative solution to a septic problem was presented to supervisors during their October 1 meeting. Sewer Enforcement Officer John Belles, property owner Barry Andrew and his engineer labored for ...

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Recently, The Post and Courier’s editorial staff again highlighted the urgent issue of septic tank pollution in our coastal waters and the work Mount Pleasant is doing to encourage homeowners to buy ...

Not all toilet paper is septic-safe. Learn about the types that can cause clogs and water backups, and discover alternatives to protect your system. Choosing septic-safe toilet paper is crucial for ...

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Critics are raising a stink over what could become a very messy problem in Polk County. The landfill where human waste from septic tanks was being hauled was shut down a couple of ...