How Often Should the Septic Tank Outlet Filter Be Cleaned?
A clogged drainfield is one of the most common (and expensive) causes of septic system failure. However, a septic tank outlet filter can be a
A clogged drainfield is one of the most common (and expensive) causes of septic system failure. However, a septic tank outlet filter can be a
Although you may not realize it, your septic system works hard for you every day treating all the wastewater coming from your home. Every flush
As a homeowner, dirty water coming up through your shower drain and into your bathtub is never a good sign – especially if it reeks
That frustrating “drip-drip-drip” from a leaky faucet or running toilet does more than annoy your family. Every drip is wasting water, which is not only
Pets are loving creatures. And the animal lovers among us gladly open our homes to them. However, while you may be willing to share most
Are you a Lake Tapps Resident and looking for a TAPPSWISE Certified Septic Care Provider? Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department is now offering an incentive program
How Do You Locate Your Septic Tank? Learn How To Below! You may think it’s easy to keep track of something on your property as
There is a lot to consider when selling your home, including making sure your septic tank is inspected, pumped, and certified with the Health Department
In June and July of 2017, FloHawks was contracted by the City of Salem, OR to clean out two city digesters. In all, it took
Trees provide many aesthetic and economic benefits. They improve air quality, reduce storm water runoff, and provide homes for wildlife. Planting trees in and around
At FloHawks we take pride in helping homeowners maintain their plumbing systems. Below are some common industry terms you may find helpful as you encounter
Like other household appliances, regularly maintaining your home’s hot water heater can extend its useful life. Because we rely on water heaters daily, it’s important
A sewer gas odor can come from your household septic system or the sanitary sewer system. If you notice a foul smell that is causing
Can You Believe Our Little Girl Is Two? It just seems like yesterday we were holding a contest to figure our what to name our
Over time, your home’s plumbing system will slowly gather debris, coating the walls of pipes and, if left unchecked, eventually restricting the flow of water,
Since your home’s plumbing system is hidden behind walls, it’s easy to not pay it too much attention until it is clogged. A slow drain
Knowing where your septic tank is located on your property is an important part of regular maintenance. Eventually, all septic tanks will require regular inspections
All plumbing systems develop clogs. There’s no way to avoid it. What to do? As the old saying goes… the best solution is prevention. You
Low water pressure can be an annoying inconvenience – washing the dishes or taking a shower can sometimes take way too long when you are
Because septic tanks are buried underground, locating and accessing tank lids for inspection and pumping can be a potentially difficult, time-consuming, and costly endeavor. Fortunately,
In the plumbing world it is good to remember that everything is connected in one way or another. In case you never realized it, the
Typically, unnoticed, most people don’t spend a lot of time thinking about their floor drains. But floor drains can be a lifesaver if your house
Access to water in the U.S. couldn’t be easier, you wake up, make coffee, jump in the shower, brush your teeth and turn on the
While most homes in the state of Washington are connected to public sewage lines, there are still a large percentage of homes who rely on
If your pipes seem to take too long to drain or if you’re spending way too much time pouring caustic chemicals down your drains to
With all the holidays, family and friends may be gathering at your home to enjoy the season together and to feast on way too much
Since they are stable and inexpensive, subsurface soil absorption fields (also called drain fields or leach fields) usually are considered to be the best method
Life inside your septic tank is a carefully maintained of billions of naturally occurring microscopic critters living in a septic system, allowing it to work
The grass always being greener may sound like a good thing, but this saying may not always be true. The grass around your septic system
Numerous septic tank chemical additives products are readily available in the marketplace today. Manufacturers claim that these additives are designed to “rejuvenate” bacterial populations living
What Are Grease Traps? As their name implies, grease traps are designed specifically to trap fats, oils, or grease (FOG) before they can go down
World Water Day is March 22, which is a good day to stop and notice how water is being used (or maybe even wasted) in
The average home with two baths and three occupants will produce 250 to 300 gallons of wastewater per day! That is a lot of flow
The cold winter months can bring a lot of headaches for homeowners. The low temperatures can cause pipes to freeze if specific precautions are not
The most common cause of septic tank failure is neglecting to have your tank pumped on a regular basis. Fortunately, a little maintenance can go
As home owners we put lots of stuff down our sinks, toilets and drains that we should think differently about. What things should not go
If you have any catch basins on your property, you as the business or homeowner are responsible to keep the basins free from debris, both
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