The Septic System Owner's Manual

More than 28 million households have septic systems, but few homeowners know how they operate or how to maintain them. This clearly written, illustrated guide addresses that need, emphasizing conventional septic systems powered by gravity flow, filtering through soil, and the natural soil organisms that purify sewage. The book discusses maintenance, what to do if things go wrong, and alternative systems such as mounds and sand filters. Additional chapters cover graywater systems, composting toilets, and a unique history of water-borne waste disposal. This expanded edition contains three new chapters.

Binding Type: Paperback
Author: Kahn, Lloyd
Published: 02/01/2007
Publisher: Shelter Publications
ISBN: 9780936070407
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 9.94h x 7.96w x 0.49d