Lake County commissioners are talking about requiring new, eco-friendly septic systems for residents in the Green Swamp.

Having a septic system is a necessity and can be unsightly with aboveground pipes, risers, ventilation systems, or large mounds. However, homeowners can carefully landscape around these problem items.

Q What can I do about the clogged leaching lines in my 38-year-old septic system? There’s some pooling of sewage on the surface of the ground. Septic systems work by pre-digesting sewage in an ...

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

"Don't flush kitty litter," and more quick-but-essential expert tips for keeping keep your septic system running well—and saving your home from disaster.

Merritt Island resident Alex Gorichky was among those who favored a countywide ban on new conventional septic systems, rather than having different parts of the county under different rules.

Funding is available for Warren County residents who need their septic system replaced or repaired, according to the Warren County Department of Planning and Community Development. The funds, howev… ...

MICHIGAN (WNEM) - Nearly 1.5 million homes in Michigan have a septic system. They are underground, out of sight, and most likely out of mind. These systems are important and costly. If they’re ...

Cold causing plumbing problems The deep freeze is taking a toll on septic systems. Sewer service companies say they’ve had several calls to repair frozen systems.

Hundreds of thousands of septic systems in Michigan may be worn out, failed or failing, experts say. And research has shown they are polluting waters across the state. Up to 1.4 million septic ...

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy is partnering with the nonprofit bank Michigan Saves to address failing septic tanks.

A septic system failure can force sewage where it shouldn’t: Back into your home or the surface of your yard, posing serious health risks. To help Michigan homeowners get ahead of the problem ...