It should take you to where your septic tank and drain field are installed—at least five feet away from your home, but usually between 10 and 25 feet. Sink a soil probe every few feet to keep ...

What to Do to Maintain a Healthy Drainfield Keep the area above your drainfield free of heavy equipment, autos, RVs, boats, grazing animals and outbuildings. Do not plant trees or vegetation over ...

Are you a homeowner relying on a septic tank? Learn this major disadvantage that blindsides many homeowners to protect your ...

I know this sounds expensive, but the alternative is running the risk that you may lose the drain field for your septic system. As I said above, consult an attorney for further legal advice.

And, Johnson said, most newer septic fields -- onsite sewage treatment systems in today's parlance-- are required by state code to sit at least 4 feet above the typical seasonal high water mark ...

Tim Daly Jan 21, 2014 Jan 21, 2014Updated Jun 2, 2021 0 Timothy Daly ...