Buying or replacing a septic tank is a financial problem that for many homeowners can kind of stink, in more ways than one. From start to finish, installing a septic system requires detailed planning, ...

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Concrete septic tanks have their advantages and disadvantages. Knowing the good and bad sides of this type of home-sewage system is important if you plan to install one. Architect Abdu-Wahab Nayanzi ...

How does a precast concrete septic-tank root cellar hold up to a harsh New York winter? See how this DIY root cellar performs when temperatures drop. I mentioned building a root cellar as part of my ...